Publications by authors named "S F Yap"

Introduction: WHO's Integrated Care for Older People (ICOPE) proposes we measure the functional construct of intrinsic capacity (IC) to monitor and identify individuals with age-associated vulnerabilities. Assessments of IC may be useful to address the evolving, non-HV care needs of ageing people with HIV (PWH). However, to date, its utility within the context of HIV has not been assessed.

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Propionic aciduria (PA) and methylmalonic aciduria (MMA) are rare inherited disorders caused by defects in the propionate metabolic pathway. PA due to propionyl coenzyme A carboxylase deficiency results in accumulation of propionic acid, while in MMA, deficiency in methylmalonyl coenzyme A mutase leads to accumulation of methylmalonic acid. Hyperammonemia is related to a secondary deficiency of N-acetylglutamate (NAG), the activator of carbamoyl phosphate synthetase 1, which is an irreversible rate-limiting enzyme in the urea cycle.

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  • A systematic review investigates the experiences of older adults (60+) and their caregivers in home-based palliative care, revealing a lack of research in this area.
  • The review included 25 studies with themes such as the challenges of immobility, the complexities of caregiving, and navigating the healthcare system.
  • The findings emphasize the importance of viewing older adults and caregivers as a connected unit to improve understanding and effectiveness of home-based palliative care practices.
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