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{"title":"The scope of frailty assessment tools in the middle east: unraveling gaps and trends","authors":"Sulaiman Alshakhs M.D.,&nbsp;Sara Mohamed,&nbsp;Ibtihal Kamal,&nbsp;Sa'ad Laws,&nbsp;Mai A. Mahmoud MBBS, MEHP","doi":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100168","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100168","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Frailty is a multidimensional syndrome associated with increased risk of adverse health outcomes in older adults. As Middle Eastern populations age, validated frailty assessment tools (FATs) are essential to inform care planning. However, regional uptake and validation remain unclear.</div></div><div><h3>Objective</h3><div>This scoping review aimed to map the use and validation of FATs among adults aged 55 and above in the Middle East, identify research gaps, and explore cross-country trends.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>Following PRISMA-ScR guidelines, a comprehensive literature search was conducted in May 2022 and updated in December 2024 across PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, and Scopus. Search terms targeted “frailty,” “geriatric,” and 17 Middle Eastern countries. Inclusion criteria comprised primary studies using or discussing FATs among adults aged 55+, conducted in or including a Middle Eastern country. Non-English/Arabic texts, non-primary literature, and studies lacking frailty definitions or tools were excluded. In total, 103 studies were included.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The Clinical Frailty Scale (CFS) and Fried Frailty Phenotype (FFP) were the most commonly used tools, appearing in 36 and 32 studies respectively. However, only 12 studies reported tool validation, and just 7 conducted cultural adaptation. Research output was highest in Turkey (28 studies), Iran (17), and Saudi Arabia (14), while 6 countries had no studies. Most studies used FATs in hospital settings.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Frailty research is growing in the Middle East but remains fragmented and under-validated. Standardized tools adapted to local contexts are urgently needed. Strengthening clinical care and policy will require greater regional collaboration and investment in culturally relevant research</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100119,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics Plus","volume":"2 3","pages":"Article 100168"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144106363","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Optimizing one-leg standing test duration for screening functional decline in community-dwelling older adults","authors":"Akira Iwata ,&nbsp;Izumi Arihara ,&nbsp;Keita Sasada ,&nbsp;Atsuki Kanayama ,&nbsp;Kenichiro Tsubokura ,&nbsp;Gaito Kitada ,&nbsp;Ryoga Ueba ,&nbsp;Shuji Okuno ,&nbsp;Toshimitsu Ohmine ,&nbsp;Saki Yamamoto","doi":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100169","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100169","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><div>This cross-sectional study aimed to investigate whether the ability to maintain one-leg standing test for varying durations (10, 30, or 60 s) is associated with physical function and fall history.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>158 community-dwelling older adults participated. They performed the one-leg standing test for a maximum of 60 s and were categorized into those who could or could not maintain the position at each time point. Physical function was assessed through mobility (gait speed and five times sit-to-stand test), balance (Timed Up and Go (TUG) test and two-step test), and knee extension strength. Fall history was self-reported.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The proportions unable to maintain standing increased with test durations: 14.6 % for 10 s, 26.6 % for 30 s, and 41.1 % for 60 s. Independent <em>t</em>-tests showed that the maintained groups demonstrated significantly better mobility and balance performance than the non-maintained groups at each duration (all <em>p</em> &lt; 0.01), and that the maintained groups at 10 s and 30 s exhibited significantly greater knee extension strength (<em>p</em> &lt; 0.01). Multiple regression analyses confirmed that the one-leg standing was independently associated with physical function outcomes. Chi-square tests revealed no significant association between standing duration and fall history.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>The one-leg standing test was consistently associated with physical function but showed limited ability to predict fall history. A shorter duration (10 s) effectively detected severe impairments, whereas a longer duration (60 s) was more sensitive for identifying early declines. The choice of test duration should be guided by the specific functional deficits being assessed.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100119,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics Plus","volume":"2 3","pages":"Article 100169"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144106495","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Trends in chronic kidney disease-related mortality among older adults in the United States from 1999-2020","authors":"Hamza Ehtesham ,&nbsp;Ahmed Kamal Siddiqi ,&nbsp;Marium Omair Mirza ,&nbsp;Mushtaq Ahmad ,&nbsp;Rija Shakil","doi":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100161","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100161","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>With increasing age in the United States, the disease burden of chronic kidney disease (CKD) has increased. The CKD-related mortality trends have not been explored for individuals aged ≥ 65 years. The aim of the study was to identify and evaluate the trends in sex, race, and region among CKD-related mortality in older adults.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>Death records sourced from the CDC WONDER (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Wide-Ranging Online Data for Epidemiologic Research) database were used to analyze mortality trends of CKD in individuals aged ≥65 years from 1999 to 2020. We computed age-adjusted mortality rates (AAMRs) per 100,000 population and annual percent changes (APC) using Joinpoint software. The analysis was structured according to year, sex, race/ethnicity, and geographical regions.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>From 1999 to 2020, there were 1,572,057 CKD-related deaths. The age-adjusted mortality rate (AAMR) rose from 1999 to 2005, declined until 2009, surged from 2009 to 2012, fell in 2015, and increased again in 2020. Men had a higher AAMR (225) than women (136.3). Non-Hispanic Black or African Americans experienced the highest AAMR (319.2), followed by NH American Indian or Alaska Native (229.5), Hispanic (178.5), NH white (154.5), and NH Asian or Pacific Islander (144.1). Regionally, AAMR was highest in the Midwest (184.6) and lower in non-metropolitan areas (133.3) compared to metropolitan areas (126.3).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>CKD-related mortality is rising among U.S. adults ≥ 65, especially in non-Hispanic African American males in the Midwest and rural areas. Screening high-risk individuals can enable early detection and lower mortality rates.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100119,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics Plus","volume":"2 3","pages":"Article 100161"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144090520","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Social factors and nutritional health in aging","authors":"Liang-Kung Chen MD, PhD","doi":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100167","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100167","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":100119,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics Plus","volume":"2 2","pages":"Article 100167"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144135086","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Global research trends on subtypes of Parkinson's disease: A visual bibliometric analysis","authors":"Yan Su ,&nbsp;Sheng Cai ,&nbsp;Yang Xu ,&nbsp;Xianwen Chen","doi":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100166","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100166","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Object</h3><div>Parkinson's disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disease with different subtypes. More accurate subtype classification is significant for understanding the pathogenesis of PD, predicting disease progression, and selecting effective treatment methods. A bibliometric analysis of relevant research on PD subtypes is presented in this study.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>Original research and review articles related to PD subtypes from January 1, 2015 to December 31, 2024 were retrieved from the Web of Science Core Collection (WOSCC) database. After screening, 2213 articles were obtained. Statistical analysis and visualization of country, institution, author, journal, and keyword information contained in the studies were performed using CiteSpace (v6.2. R4) and VOSviewer (v1.6.20.0) software to identify research hotspots and trends in the field.</div></div><div><h3>Result</h3><div>The 2213 articles used in this study were from 11740 authors from 3117 institutions in 93 countries and published in 481 journals. From the analysis, it was found that the number of annual publications in this field has been increasing year by year in the past 10 years. The United States contributed the most to this research direction, with the largest number of publications (604) and citations (31, 284), and the strongest connection with other countries. 'Motor disorder ' is the most frequently cited journal, and ' Parkinson 's disease-related disorder ' is the most frequently published journal. \"Parkinson's Disease\", \"Dementia\", \"Subtypes\", and \"Progress\" are frequently used keywords, while \"Rem sleep\", \"networs\", and \"machine learning\" are the focus of research in recent years.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>The bibliometric analysis offers a comprehensive insight into present research focal points and evolving patterns associated with PD subtypes. High-frequency keywords pinpointed underscore dynamic research fields encompassing methodologies, mechanisms, and engaged populations. These findings can provide guidance for future research on PD subtypes.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100119,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics Plus","volume":"2 3","pages":"Article 100166"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144072473","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Delirium in the emergency department: Incidence and risk factors in a Ligurian hospital","authors":"Thomas Fraccalini ,&nbsp;Andrea Trogolo ,&nbsp;Monica Traversa ,&nbsp;Beatrice Tarozzo ,&nbsp;Luciano Cardinale ,&nbsp;Giuseppe Maina ,&nbsp;Salvatore Di Gioia ,&nbsp;Davide Minniti ,&nbsp;Ivana Finiguerra ,&nbsp;Roberta Vacchelli ,&nbsp;Martina Battaglia ,&nbsp;Angelica Ruggeri ,&nbsp;Valerio Ricci ,&nbsp;Alessandro Maraschi ,&nbsp;Thomas Roberts ,&nbsp;Giovanni Volpicelli ,&nbsp;Luca Tagliafico","doi":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100165","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100165","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Delirium, a severe neuropsychiatric syndrome characterised by acute deficits in attention and self-awareness, is common among elderly inpatients, with incidence increasing with age and prolonged hospitalisation. This study examines the characteristics of geriatric patients developing delirium in the Emergency Medicine Department, focusing on the relationship between frailty at admission and delirium onset, and how these factors influence hospitalisation decisions and prognosis.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A prospective, observational study was conducted on patients aged 65+ admitted to the Emergency Department for over 24 hours. Comorbidities (e.g., dementia, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, COPD, depression, Parkinson’s) and pharmacological therapies (e.g., antipsychotics, antidepressants) were recorded. Frailty was assessed using the Clinical Frailty Scale (CFS).</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Among 89 patients (mean age 83.94; 48 women, 41 men), 66.29 % developed delirium, 76.40 % required hospitalisation, and 31.46 % died during their stay. Significant associations were found between delirium and age (<em>p</em> = 0.0025), antipsychotic use (<em>p</em> &lt; 0.0001), CFS score (<em>p</em> = 0.014), and number of medications at admission (<em>p</em> = 0.009). Delirium was also significantly linked to Alzheimer’s disease (<em>p</em> = 0.0033), other dementias (<em>p</em> = 0.0021), anxiety-depressive disorders (<em>p</em> = 0.004), behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) (<em>p</em> &lt; 0.0001), and mortality (<em>p</em> &lt; 0.0001).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Frailty and delirium are critical factors influencing hospitalisation and prognosis in elderly patients. The study highlights the importance of early frailty assessment and medication review in the Emergency Department to mitigate delirium risk and improve outcomes.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100119,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics Plus","volume":"2 2","pages":"Article 100165"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143922960","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Advancing life expectancy in Saudi Arabia: insights from global best practices","authors":"Hala Alosaimi ,&nbsp;Haitham Alnouri ,&nbsp;Ibrahim Alasiri ,&nbsp;Saad Almushawah ,&nbsp;Mansour Mohammed ,&nbsp;Ameera Abdulrahman ,&nbsp;Rana A. Alotaibi ,&nbsp;Rasha Alfawaz ,&nbsp;Abdulaziz Abdulbaqi ,&nbsp;Weam Banjar ,&nbsp;Tareef Alaama ,&nbsp;Mariam M. AlEissa","doi":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100163","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100163","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Life expectancy is an important indicator of societal health and development. Social and economic determinants of health, political stability, and public policies frequently influence outcomes. Saudi Arabia has made significant strides in improving its population's life expectancy, and the overall trajectory is upwards and positive. Nevertheless, Saudi Arabia continues to face challenges related to controlling noncommunicable diseases. (NCDs), health disparities, and behavioral factors. This study aims to explore global best practices for improving life expectancy and establish recommendations for Saudi policy makers in the health industry and related stakeholders.</div></div><div><h3>Methodology</h3><div>A robust comparative analysis was used to evaluate the impact of global best practices with respect to the accessibility, efficiency and affordability of different national healthcare systems. It also addresses social determinants of health. Moreover, it looks at national health policies and preventative measures. The primary data sources used include peer-reviewed literature databases such as PubMed, the Lancet and Springer. The data were also derived from reports of global health organizations, such as the WHO, World Bank and OECD publications. The key indicators analysed included healthcare access, cultural/social awareness, education, nutrition, lifestyle, and socioeconomic factors. An online comprehensive questionnaire was sent to analyse data collected from people currently living in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>We introduce several recommendations after looking into countries with high longevity rates. <strong>We highlight</strong> the need to adopt evidence-based practices to increase life expectancy in Saudi Arabia. New strategies promoting healthy lifestyles through education, regulating unhealthy products, promoting regular physical activity, integrating mental health into primary health, encouraging plant-based diets and improving preventive healthcare are needed. To achieve a healthier and longer-living population aligning with the Kingdom's vision, cultural and socioeconomic barriers should be further addressed by incorporating stress management practices.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100119,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics Plus","volume":"2 2","pages":"Article 100163"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144106909","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"\"Caring for Oneself Program\": Protocol for a randomized controlled trial of an online positive psychoeducational intervention for informal caregivers of older adults","authors":"Akemi Matsuzawa ,&nbsp;Yoko Moriyama ,&nbsp;Tomoko Wakui ,&nbsp;Manami Ochi ,&nbsp;Hideto Takahashi","doi":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100162","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100162","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Informal caregivers of older adults, particularly those in their 30s–50 s, often experience stress and lower level of well-being compared to those in other age groups. Considering their crucial role and the challenges they face, there is an increasing need for targeted interventions to support their well-being. To address this, we developed a novel intervention using an online positive psychoeducational program for these caregivers. This study aimed to develop and evaluate the effect of this program on the subjective well-being and quality of life (QOL) through a randomized controlled trial (RCT) to refine the intervention and research delivery.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>This program was developed following the Intervention Mapping (IM) framework for intervention development, comprising six stages. The program consisted of eight sessions delivered over two months. The trial is designed as a two-arm RCT with balanced randomization of 350:150, where participants will either participate in the online-based psychoeducational program or receive a leaflet summarizing the program's contents after all surveys are completed, for a 1:1 ratio of participants who complete the program. The primary outcome measure is the subjective well-being of informal caregivers. Secondary outcomes include QOL, authenticity, self-compassion, strength knowledge, strength use, resilience, loneliness, emotional exhaustion and caregiver burden.</div></div><div><h3>Discussion</h3><div>This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of an online intervention program and to evaluate mechanisms of change, and contextual factors that could potentially affect its implementation and outcomes. If proven effectiveness, this program can contribute to new methods that enhance subjective well-being of informal caregivers of older adults.</div></div><div><h3>Trial registration</h3><div>UMIN Clinical Trials Registry (UMIN000056353); registration date: December 6, 2024.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100119,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics Plus","volume":"2 2","pages":"Article 100162"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143869273","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Predictive value of self-prioritized mobility factors on gait speed and life space in older nigerians: A cross-sectional study","authors":"Divine Esohe Eghomwanre ,&nbsp;Freeman Ojeikere Ahonsi ,&nbsp;Isreal Adandom ,&nbsp;Tyler Sun ,&nbsp;Daniel Rayner ,&nbsp;Francis Kolawole ,&nbsp;Henrietta Fawole ,&nbsp;Soroush Shirazi ,&nbsp;Michael Kalu","doi":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100164","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100164","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background and Objectives</h3><div>Eighty-two cognitive, environmental, financial, personal, physical, psychological, and social factors significantly influence mobility decline following hospital discharge. However, assessing all these factors during the fast-paced discharge process is impractical. This study aimed to identify the factors that Nigerian older adults consider most critical and determine which factors (in combination) most realistically predict gait speed and life space among these Nigerian older adults.</div></div><div><h3>Research Design and Methods</h3><div>This is data from a cross-sectional survey that recruited 400 Nigerian older adults, 60+ years old, to rank 82 factors influencing mobility. Older adults' gait speed and life-space mobility were collected using the 10-meter Walk Test and Life Space Assessment. Multivariate binary logistic regression was used to determine the most realistic predictor of gait speed and life-space mobility.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>No factors were considered critical by the older adults. The life space model indicates that increased street characteristics, social cohesion, occupation, hearing, gait speed, fear of falling, and conscientiousness accounts for approximately 50% of variations in life space. The gait speed model indicates that an increase in executive function, pain, respiratory system, body composition, fatigue, social factors, racial characteristics, marital status, social network, and fear of reinjury explain about 74 % of variation in gait speed.</div></div><div><h3>Discussion and Implications</h3><div>This study provides self-reported factors that could influence older adults' mobility following discharge that would allow clinicians to prioritize factors for assessment amidst multiple factors.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100119,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics Plus","volume":"2 2","pages":"Article 100164"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143869272","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Mapping knowledge landscapes and emerging trends in digital biomarkers for dementia in older adults: A scoping and bibliometric analysis","authors":"Azliyana Azizan ,&nbsp;Shihua Cao ,&nbsp;Akehsan Dahlan ,&nbsp;Susi Endrini","doi":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100148","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aggp.2025.100148","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This paper presents a systematic bibliometric analysis of the research landscape at the intersection of Alzheimer's disease and gerontechnology, identifying key contributors, research hotspots, and emerging trends. Utilizing data from Scopus and Web of Science, the study applies tools such as VOSviewer and ScientoPy to analyze co-authorship networks, keyword occurrences, and citation trends. The results reveal growing contributions from global regions, particularly the U.S., Italy, and China, with increasing emphasis on assistive technologies and artificial intelligence for early diagnosis. However, significant gaps exist, especially in studies addressing long-term effectiveness and inclusivity across demographic groups. This landscape analysis provides crucial insights to guide future research on integrating technology into Alzheimer's care, underscoring the importance of a patient-centered approach for sustainable solutions.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100119,"journal":{"name":"Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics Plus","volume":"2 2","pages":"Article 100148"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143807002","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}