Elder abuse and neglect, which include physical abuse, sexual abuse, neglect,
psychological abuse, and financial exploitation, are common and may have serious medical …

El maltrato a las personas mayores es un tema de interés creciente, tanto así que se
considera un problema de salud pública. Hay particularidades que hacen del entorno …

Background Few studies address the demographics/epidemiology of patients presenting to
emergency departments (ED) for evaluation of sexual assault across an entire nation. It was …

Lipoprotein subfractions currently represent a new source of cardiovascular disease (CVD)
risk markers that may provide more information than conventional lipid measures. We aimed …

Elder mistreatment is a common phenomenon that can have a significant impact on the
health and quality of life of affected older adults. This mistreatment is defined as an …

Purpose Elder abuse is a worldwide problem with serious consequences for individuals and
society. The recognition of elder abuse is complex due to a lack of awareness and …

Case An 85-year-old right-handed woman who recently had been diagnosed with mild
cognitive impairment arrived at the ED via emergency medical services (EMS) for evaluation …

Elder abuse is a growing problem in the United States. Incidents of physical and sexual
abuse, as well as neglect, continue to rise as the population ages. Maltreatment of the …

Handbook of Geriatric Assessment, Fifth Edition is a multidisciplinary text that takes a
contemporary approach in line with patient and family centered care. With contributions from …

Sexuality is an important component of quality of life throughout the lifespan, and its
expression is dependent on biological, psychological, and social factors. This chapter …