Publications

3 publications

  1. Frailty Among Older Surgical Patients at the University Hospital of the West Indies

    Abstract · PDF, 63 KB

    Estimate frailty prevalence and identify associated factors among older surgical patients. The findings highlight frailty as a consideration in planning perioperative care for older patients.

    Keywords: elective surgeryfrailtyolder adults

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  2. Oral Health and Quality of Life Among Older Adults in Gujarat

    Abstract · PDF, 63 KB

    Examine the relationship between oral health and oral health-related quality of life. The findings support targeted prevention and treatment for older adults in the study area.

    Keywords: older adultsoral healthquality of life

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  3. Social Support and Cognitive Impairment Risk Among Older Jamaicans

    Abstract · PDF, 63 KB

    Examine whether social support differs by cognitive screening status among older community residents. The authors identified older adults with low screening scores as a priority for follow-up and community support.

    Keywords: cognitive screeningolder adultssocial support

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