Dynapenia in digestive cancer outpatients: association with markers of functional and nutritional status (the FIGHTDIGO study).

Background: The FIGHTDIGO study determined the feasibility and acceptability of handgrip strength (HGS) measurement in digestive cancer outpatients.

Purpose: To assess the relationship between muscle strength and markers of functional and nutritional status in this population.

Design: In this prospective study, a total of 201 patients were followed during 6 months and were asked to perform HGS measurement at each hospitalization.

Impact of multi-task on symptomatic patient affected by chronical vestibular disorders.

Purpose: After a vestibular deficit some patients may be affected by chronical postural instability. The aim of this study was to identify the emotional and cognitive factors of these symptomatic patients. In particular, the double cognitive task and the anxiety disorder were identified by our patients.