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A Longitudinal Two-Armed Randomized Controlled Trial Protocol to Evaluate the Efficacy of Yoga on Progression of Disease in Early Parkinson’s Disease 一项纵向双臂随机对照试验方案评估瑜伽对早期帕金森病疾病进展的疗效
Q4 NEUROSCIENCES Pub Date : 2023-11-07 DOI: 10.1177/09727531231198298
Parameshwar Some, Vijaya Majumdar, Manjunath N. K., Kuldeep Shetty, Atmakur Snigdha
Background Numerous studies have shown that yoga can aid patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD) in managing their motor function, functional mobility, balance, anxiety, and overall quality of life. However, most of the reported research either needed more power or evaluated the results during or after the intervention. Due to the long-standing nature of PD, there are still few longitudinal studies investigating the potential of yoga to decrease the progression of the disease. Purpose We study whether sustained adjunct yoga intervention slows PD progression. Methods Over 18 months, this study will investigate the long-term benefits of yoga-based intervention in Parkinson’s patients. The concept of “intention-to-treat (ITT)” will be employed. From the outpatient clinic of the Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthana in India, 160 patients with PD will be chosen. They will then be randomly assigned to either the interventional or control groups (1:1). The adjunct intervention group will participate in 21 daily contact yoga sessions (60 min) at the University Medical Center, followed by continued tele-supervised home practice and at-home self-practice. The effectiveness of the adjunct intervention will be evaluated at four different time points (baseline, 3-, 9-, 12-, and 18-month post-randomization). The primary endpoint will be the difference in the Movement Disorder Society-Unified Parkinson Disease Rating Scale (MDS-UPDRS) Part III score at baseline and after 18 months of intervention. Secondary outcomes will include subscores of MDS-UPDRS I, II, and IV, Parkinson’s Disease Questionnaire (PDQ)-39 scores, treatment adherence, the PDQ-39, the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale-21, and the Scales for Outcomes in PD-Sleep Scale (SCOPA-S). The primary outcome will be analyzed using mixed-effect models for repeated measures, adjusted for covariates as fixed effects. Results The protocol was conceptualized in October 2021 and approved by the Institutional Ethics Committee of SVYASA. Recruitment began in February 2022 and is underway with patient enrollment. Conclusion To our knowledge, this is the first controlled study to examine the long-term effects of yoga as an adjuvant therapy on the progression of PD. Key message This would be the first long-term trial to assess the potential of an adjunct yoga intervention to modulate disease progression in early Parkinson’s patients.
大量研究表明,瑜伽可以帮助帕金森病(PD)患者控制他们的运动功能、功能活动、平衡、焦虑和整体生活质量。然而,大多数报道的研究要么需要更多的权力,要么在干预期间或之后评估结果。由于帕金森病的长期性,很少有纵向研究调查瑜伽减少疾病进展的潜力。目的研究持续的辅助瑜伽干预是否能减缓帕金森病的进展。方法在18个月的时间里,本研究将调查瑜伽干预对帕金森病患者的长期益处。将采用“意向治疗”的概念。将从印度斯瓦米·维韦卡南达瑜伽院的门诊选出160名PD患者。然后他们将被随机分配到干预组或对照组(1:1)。辅助干预组将在大学医学中心参加21次每日接触瑜伽课程(60分钟),随后继续进行远程监督的家庭练习和在家自我练习。辅助干预的有效性将在四个不同的时间点(基线,随机化后3个月,9个月,12个月和18个月)进行评估。主要终点将是运动障碍学会统一帕金森病评定量表(MDS-UPDRS)第三部分评分在基线和干预18个月后的差异。次要结局将包括MDS-UPDRS I、II和IV分、帕金森病问卷(PDQ)-39分、治疗依从性、PDQ-39、抑郁、焦虑和压力量表-21以及pd -睡眠量表(SCOPA-S)结局量表。主要结果将使用重复测量的混合效应模型进行分析,调整协变量作为固定效应。该方案于2021年10月概念化,并由SVYASA机构伦理委员会批准。招募工作于2022年2月开始,目前正在进行患者登记。据我们所知,这是第一个检验瑜伽作为辅助治疗对帕金森病进展的长期影响的对照研究。这将是第一个评估辅助瑜伽干预调节早期帕金森患者疾病进展潜力的长期试验。
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Psychological Capital and Work Engagement: Moderating Role of Social Relationships 心理资本与工作投入:社会关系的调节作用
Q4 NEUROSCIENCES Pub Date : 2023-11-07 DOI: 10.1177/09727531231198964
Kalyani Biswal, Kailash B. L. Srivastava, Sayed Firoj Alli
Background Employees are the real capital of any organisation, and to keep the employees productive and functional, employers need to focus on the psychological capital and social relationship of the employees to keep them engaged in their work. This study examined the emerging field of constructs of psychological and social capital to examine Indian employee’s behaviour. Purpose The purpose of this study is to examine a comprehensive model of the relationship between employees’ psychological capital and work engagement. Furthermore, it examines the moderating effect of social relationships between them. Methods This is a primary survey conducted mainly on the manufacturing industry. A sample of 375 mid- and senior-level executives of different age groups was considered in the study from India’s public and private manufacturing sectors administering a questionnaire survey. A random sampling technique was used for data collection. This study applied SPSS and Amos software to validate the measurement model. Results The results indicate a significant correlation among PsyCap, work engagement, and social relationships. PsyCap and social relationships are positively connected to work engagement. Thus, these results provide preliminary support for our hypotheses. The finding suggests that psychological capital and social relationships positively influence work engagement, and social relationships moderate the association between positive psychological capital and work engagement. It helps employees get better engaged at work. Conclusion Organisations must develop psychological capital to provide resources to employees and share a supportive relationship. Developing and maintaining a supportive relationship for employees and employers is important. In the future, both qualitative research methods and longitudinal data from other sectors can be used to understand the interplay between social and psychological capital for enhancing work engagement. Developing and cultivating positive social relations can help employees utilise their psychological strength to better engage in work.
员工是任何组织的真正资本,为了保持员工的生产力和功能,雇主需要关注员工的心理资本和社会关系,以保持他们对工作的投入。本研究考察了心理和社会资本结构的新兴领域,以考察印度员工的行为。本研究的目的是检验员工心理资本与工作投入关系的综合模型。此外,本文还考察了二者之间社会关系的调节作用。方法以制造业为主要对象进行初步调查。在这项研究中,来自印度公共和私营制造业的375名不同年龄段的中高层管理人员进行了问卷调查。数据收集采用随机抽样技术。本研究采用SPSS和Amos软件对测量模型进行验证。结果心理cap、工作投入和社会关系之间存在显著相关。心理cap和社会关系与工作投入呈正相关。因此,这些结果为我们的假设提供了初步的支持。研究结果表明,心理资本和社会关系正向影响工作投入,社会关系调节积极心理资本与工作投入的关系。它可以帮助员工更好地投入工作。组织必须发展心理资本,为员工提供资源,分享支持关系。发展和维护员工和雇主之间的支持关系是很重要的。在未来,定性研究方法和其他部门的纵向数据都可以用来理解社会资本和心理资本之间的相互作用,以提高工作投入。发展和培养积极的社会关系可以帮助员工利用自己的心理力量更好地投入到工作中。
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Losartan and Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors in Glioblastoma: An Appropriate Substitute for Steroids 氯沙坦和免疫检查点抑制剂治疗胶质母细胞瘤:类固醇的合适替代品
Q4 NEUROSCIENCES Pub Date : 2023-11-03 DOI: 10.1177/09727531231191880
Burhanuddin Sohail Rangwala, Areej Shakil, Muhammad Saqlain Mustafa, Hussain Sohail Rangwala, Hareer Fatima, Mohammad Arham Siddiq
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Compound 350: A New Hope for Individuals with Drug-resistant Epilepsy 化合物350:耐药性癫痫患者的新希望
Q4 NEUROSCIENCES Pub Date : 2023-11-03 DOI: 10.1177/09727531231192758
Hareer Fatima, Faiza Riaz, Muhammad Saqlain Mustafa, Burhanuddin Sohail Rangwala, Syed Raza Abbas, Hussain Sohail Rangwala
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Lecanemab: A Hopeful Alzheimer’s Disease Treatment Lecanemab:有望治疗阿尔茨海默病
Q4 NEUROSCIENCES Pub Date : 2023-11-03 DOI: 10.1177/09727531231189925
Zaib Un Nisa Mughal, Bisma Ahmed, Fatima Amin, Aiman Sadiq, Burhanuddin Sohail Rangwala
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Tenecteplase versus Alteplase in Acute Ischemic Stroke: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis 替奈普酶与阿替普酶治疗急性缺血性卒中:系统回顾和荟萃分析
Q4 NEUROSCIENCES Pub Date : 2023-11-02 DOI: 10.1177/09727531231193242
Alok Singh, Madhusudan Prasad Singh, Nitin R. Gaikwad, and Pankaj Kumar Kannauje
Background A number of clinical trials have compared tenecteplase (TNK) and alteplase for the management of acute ischemic stroke (AIS) and the results are inconsistent. Purpose Present systematic review and meta-analysis is undertaken to analyse the efficacy and safety of TNK in AIS compared to alteplase. Summary A thorough literature search was performed through the databases Embase, Cochrane Library, PubMed, and clinicaltrials.gov, for a period from inception to September 2022, with the keywords i.e., “tenecteplase” and “alteplase” and “acute ischemic stroke.” Clinical trials published in English that compared the efficacy and safety of TNK to alteplase in AIS were included. The major outcomes of this meta-analysis were proportion of patients free from disability and functional independence at 90 days, early neurological improvement at 24 hours, all-cause mortality at 90 days, patients with intra cranial hemorrhage (ICH), and patients with severe disability at 90 days. A total of nine studies with 3,573 patients were included in the analysis. The proportion of patients with freedom from disability was comparable in both groups (relative risk [RR] = 1.04, 95 per cent CI = 0.92–1.17; p = .53). Similarly, proportion of patients with functional independence was comparable (RR = 1.12, 95 per cent CI = 0.96–1.31; p = .14). TNK group had a higher rate of early neurological recovery (RR = 1.56, 95 per cent CI = 0.96–2.54; p = .07). All-cause mortality at 90 days was comparable in both groups (RR = 0.97; 95 per cent CI = 0.72–1.29; p = .82). The proportion of patients with ICH was higher in TNK group (RR = 1.14, 95 per cent CI = 0.77–1.68; p = .52). The proportion of patients with severe disability was less in TNK group (RR =0.84, 95 per cent CI = 0.53–1.32; p = .44). Key Message TNK was similar to alteplase in terms of efficacy and safety. The patients in TNK group showed early neurological improvement but were simultaneously at higher risk of ICH. The TNK can be an alternative to alteplase if the benefits outweigh the risks.
许多临床试验比较了替奈普酶(TNK)和阿替普酶治疗急性缺血性卒中(AIS)的疗效,结果不一致。目的:通过系统回顾和荟萃分析,分析TNK与阿替普酶治疗AIS的疗效和安全性。通过Embase、Cochrane Library、PubMed和clinicaltrials.gov数据库进行了全面的文献检索,检索时间从成立到2022年9月,关键词为“tenecteplase”、“alteplase”和“急性缺血性卒中”。英文发表的临床试验比较了TNK和阿替普酶在AIS中的疗效和安全性。该荟萃分析的主要结果是90天无残疾和功能独立患者的比例、24小时早期神经系统改善、90天全因死亡率、90天颅内出血(ICH)患者和严重残疾患者。共有9项研究,共3573名患者被纳入分析。两组患者无残疾的比例具有可比性(相对危险度[RR] = 1.04, 95% CI = 0.92-1.17;P = .53)。同样,功能独立患者的比例也具有可比性(RR = 1.12, 95% CI = 0.96-1.31;P = .14)。TNK组早期神经系统恢复率较高(RR = 1.56, 95% CI = 0.96-2.54;P = .07)。两组90天全因死亡率具有可比性(RR = 0.97;95% CI = 0.72-1.29;P = .82)。TNK组脑出血患者比例较高(RR = 1.14, 95% CI = 0.77-1.68;P = .52)。TNK组重度残疾患者比例较低(RR =0.84, 95% CI = 0.53-1.32;P = .44)。TNK在疗效和安全性方面与阿替普酶相似。TNK组患者早期神经功能改善,但同时脑出血风险较高。如果益处大于风险,TNK可以作为阿替普酶的替代品。
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Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices related to Naegleria fowleri Among General Population of Karachi, Pakistan: A Cross-Sectional Study 巴基斯坦卡拉奇普通人群中与福氏奈格里虫有关的知识、态度和行为:一项横断面研究
Q4 NEUROSCIENCES Pub Date : 2023-11-01 DOI: 10.1177/09727531231196996
Shaheera Younus, Hareer Fatima, Burhanuddin Sohail Rangwala, Ashna Munir, Syed Muhammad Ahsan, Wania Naeem, Syed Raza Abbas, Hussain Sohail Rangwala
Background Naegleria fowleri, a “brain-eating” amoeba, is the cause of primary amoebic meningoencephalitis. It spreads through the nasal route via contaminated water sources and invades the central nervous system. Purpose The objective of our study was to assess the knowledge, attitude, and practices about N. fowleri among the general population of Karachi, Pakistan. Methods This study was conducted on the general population in Karachi to assess their knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding N. fowleri. Data was collected using a questionnaire with four parts, covering demographics, N. fowleri knowledge, attitudes, and preventive practices. The sample size of 400 was determined using the Raosoft Survey Tool. Data analysis was performed using SPSS 25.0, including descriptive analysis and the Pearson chi-square test. Non-probability convenience sampling was used. The study period was June–December 2022. Results This study showed that around 80% of people had never heard about N. fowleri. Conclusion This study revealed the level of awareness of N. fowleri and measures to avoid its infection in Karachi is very low, where N. fowleri infections are reported every year. Hence, appropriate measures should be taken to increase knowledge and awareness to avoid the spread of N. fowleri infection among the population.
福氏纳格里虫是一种“食脑”阿米巴原虫,是原发性阿米巴脑膜脑炎的病因。它通过被污染的水源通过鼻腔传播并侵入中枢神经系统。目的了解巴基斯坦卡拉奇市普通人群对福氏奈瑟菌的认识、态度和行为。方法对卡拉奇市的一般人群进行调查,了解他们对福氏乳杆菌的认识、态度和行为。数据收集采用问卷调查四部分,包括人口统计,福氏乳杆菌的知识,态度和预防措施。400人的样本量是使用饶软调查工具确定的。采用SPSS 25.0进行数据分析,包括描述性分析和Pearson卡方检验。采用非概率方便抽样。研究期间为2022年6月至12月。结果本研究表明,约80%的人从未听说过福氏奈瑟菌。结论卡拉奇市每年都有福氏乳杆菌感染报告,但对福氏乳杆菌感染的认识水平和预防措施都很低。因此,应采取适当措施提高认识,避免福氏奈瑟氏菌感染在人群中传播。
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From Diagnosis to Treatment: A Comprehensive Review of Biomarkers and Therapeutic Advances in Parkinson’s Disease 从诊断到治疗:帕金森病生物标志物和治疗进展的综合综述
Q4 NEUROSCIENCES Pub Date : 2023-11-01 DOI: 10.1177/09727531231200733
Hussain Sohail Rangwala, Hareer Fatima, Aina Marzia Syed, Syed Raza Abbas, Burhanuddin Sohail Rangwala
Background Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by the loss of dopaminergic neurons, resulting in motor symptoms. Ongoing research shows promise for long-term solutions. Summary Studies highlight the dysregulation of Syt11 and α-synuclein (α-syn) in PD. Disrupted α-syn homeostasis due to palmitoylation of Syt11 contributes to its aggregation, potentially playing a role in PD pathology. α-synuclein aggregates in stool samples show promise as an early diagnostic biomarker. Vocal impairments in PD may be linked to α-syn-induced neuropathology. Irisin, produced after exercise, promotes the degradation of pathologic α-syn. Progress has been made in identifying PD biomarkers. Retinal thinning and abnormal protein aggregates in skin biopsies provide noninvasive diagnostic indicators. Blood-based biomarkers like α-syn, DJ-1, and LRRK2 hold promise but face limitations. Artificial intelligence (AI) models enhance mitophagy, detect PD through sleep-breathing signals, and improve survival. AI analysis aids noninvasive assessment and risk prediction. Further understanding of PD involves studying pathological seeds and genetic mutations. Adenosine receptor regulation relates to early-onset PD, and specific gene mutations impact patient survival. Differentiated-induced pluripotent stem cells offer the potential for cell replacement therapy. Autoimmune features and T-cell involvement suggest intervention targets. Stem cell-based therapies and neurostimulation strategies show promise for improving motor function. Imaging reveals increased central inflammation in PD, suggesting an inflammatory role. Machine learning algorithms and home gait speed monitoring aid in diagnosis and disease progression tracking. Abnormal putamen gradients reflect dopaminergic loss and motor dysfunction. Antiepileptic drug prescriptions are associated with an increased PD risk. Personalized medicine, gut–brain axis involvement, and vestibular stimulation therapy offer potential PD treatment avenues. Genetic engineering techniques and deep brain stimulation show promise for alleviating PD symptoms. Key Message Ongoing research and technological advancements promise to improve PD screening, diagnosis, and treatment, bringing hope to affected individuals.
帕金森氏病(PD)是一种进行性神经退行性疾病,其特征是多巴胺能神经元的丧失,导致运动症状。正在进行的研究显示出长期解决方案的前景。研究强调了PD中Syt11和α-突触核蛋白(α-syn)的失调。Syt11棕榈酰化导致α-syn稳态被破坏,导致其聚集,可能在PD病理中发挥作用。粪便样品中的α-突触核蛋白聚集体有望作为早期诊断的生物标志物。PD患者的声带损伤可能与α-syn诱导的神经病理有关。运动后产生的鸢尾素可促进病理性α-syn的降解。PD生物标志物的鉴定已取得进展。视网膜变薄和皮肤活检中的异常蛋白聚集提供了无创诊断指标。基于血液的生物标志物,如α-syn、DJ-1和LRRK2有希望,但面临局限性。人工智能(AI)模型增强线粒体自噬,通过睡眠呼吸信号检测PD,提高生存率。人工智能分析有助于无创评估和风险预测。进一步了解帕金森病需要研究病理种子和基因突变。腺苷受体调控与早发性帕金森病有关,特异性基因突变影响患者生存。分化诱导的多能干细胞为细胞替代疗法提供了潜力。自身免疫特征和t细胞参与提示干预目标。干细胞疗法和神经刺激策略有望改善运动功能。影像学显示PD中枢性炎症增加,提示炎症作用。机器学习算法和家庭步态速度监测有助于诊断和疾病进展跟踪。壳核梯度异常反映了多巴胺能丢失和运动功能障碍。抗癫痫药物处方与PD风险增加有关。个体化治疗、肠脑轴受累和前庭刺激治疗提供了潜在的帕金森病治疗途径。基因工程技术和深部脑刺激有望缓解帕金森病的症状。正在进行的研究和技术进步有望改善帕金森病的筛查、诊断和治疗,为患者带来希望。
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Postpartum Depression: Role of Therapy and Associated Stigmas in Developing Countries 产后抑郁症:在发展中国家治疗和相关耻辱的作用
Q4 NEUROSCIENCES Pub Date : 2023-10-23 DOI: 10.1177/09727531231203453
Maliha Edhi, Mishal Abid, Zoya Khemane, Maham Asif, Muhammad Saqlain Mustafa, Hussain Sohail Rangwala, Mohammad Arham Siddiq
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Malaria-induced Coagulopathy: Complexities and Treatment Challenges in Intracranial Hemorrhage 疟疾引起的凝血功能障碍:颅内出血的复杂性和治疗挑战
Q4 NEUROSCIENCES Pub Date : 2023-10-23 DOI: 10.1177/09727531231203452
Syeda Mahrukh Fatima Zaidi, Faizan ur Rehman
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