Publications by authors named "N Runihina"

Senile asthenia syndrome (SAS) is a geriatric syndrome characterized by age-associated decline of the physiological reserve and function in multiple systems, which results in higher vulnerability to effects of endo- and exogenous factors and a high risk of unfavorable outcomes, loss of self-sufficiency, and death. Generally, SAS is observed in elderly patients with comorbidities. In cardiovascular diseases, SAS is associated with a poor prognosis, including a higher incidence of exacerbation and death both during acute events and in chronic disease.

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Introduction: The pregnancy-associated complication preeclampsia is a leading cause of maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. The classical clinical manifestations of preeclampsia are elevated blood pressure and proteinuria due to renal damage. In severe cases of preeclampsia, the only effective treatment is delivery, irrespective of gestational age.

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