Half Years Research Articles

Understanding functional brain reorganization for naturalistic piano playing in novice pianists.

Learning to play the piano is a unique complex task, integrating multiple sensory modalities and higher order cognitive functions. Longitudinal neuroimaging studies on adult novice musicians show training-related functional changes in music perception tasks. The reorganization of brain activity while actually playing an instrument was studied only on a very short time frame of a single fMRI session, and longer interventions have not yet been performed. Thus, our aim was to investigate the dynamic complexity of functional brain reorganization while playing the piano within the first half year of musical training. We scanned 24 novice keyboard learners (female, 18-23 years old) using fMRI while they played increasingly complex musical pieces after 1, 6, 13, and 26 weeks of training. Playing music evoked responses bilaterally in the auditory, inferior frontal, and supplementary motor areas, and the left sensorimotor cortex. The effect of training over time, however, invoked widespread changes encompassing the right sensorimotor cortex, cerebellum, superior parietal cortex, anterior insula and hippocampus, among others. As the training progressed, the activation of these regions decreased while playing music. Post hoc analysis revealed region-specific time-courses for independent auditory and motor regions of interest. These results suggest that while the primary sensory, motor, and frontal regions are associated with playing music, the training decreases the involvement of higher order cognitive control and integrative regions, and basal ganglia. Moreover, training might affect distinct brain regions in different ways, providing evidence in favor of the dynamic nature of brain plasticity.

A Unified Model for Multiepoch Neutrino Events and Broadband Spectral Energy Distribution of TXS 0506+056

The blazar TXS 0506+056 has been proposed as a high-energy neutrino emitter. However, it has been shown that the standard one-zone model cannot produce sufficiently high neutrino flux due to constraints from the X-ray data, implying more complex properties of the radiation zones in the blazar than that described by the standard one-zone model. In this work, we investigate multiepoch high-energy muon-neutrino events associated with the blazar TXS 0506+056 that occurred in 2014–2015, 2017–2018, 2021–2022, and 2022–2023, respectively. We applied the so-called “stochastic dissipation model” to account for the neutrino-blazar associations detected in the four epochs simultaneously. This model describes a scenario in which the emission of the blazar arises from the superimposition of two components: a persistent component related to the quasi-stable state of the blazar and a transient component responsible for the sudden enhancement of the blazar’s flux, either in electromagnetic radiation or in neutrino emission. The latter component could form at a random distance along the jet by a strong energy dissipation event. Under such an assumption, the multiepoch broadband spectral energy distribution can be well explained, and the expected number of high-energy neutrino events is statistically realistic. The expected number of neutrino events in half year is around 8.2, 0.07, 0.73, and 0.41, corresponding to the epoch in 2014–2015, 2017–2018, 2021–2022, and 2022–2023, respectively. Hence, our model self-consistently explains the episodic neutrino emission from TXS 0506+056.

Clinical factors associated with stable treatment of chronic constipation in Japanese patients

Background/AimsChronic constipation (CC) is one of the most common gastrointestinal disorders in the general population. Although there are many treatment options, achieving a stable treatment for CC remains one of the challenges in clinical practice. This study aimed to evaluate the clinical factors associated with stable treatment for CC in Japanese patients.MethodsA retrospective, cross-sectional, and multicenter study was carried out. Patients were eligible for inclusion if they fulfilled the Rome IV criteria for diagnosing CC and had been treated for at least one and a half years. Patients with up to two prescription modifications for CC in one year were defined as the stable treatment group, whereas those with three or more prescription changes were defined as the unstable treatment group. Univariate and multivariate analyses were carried out to identify factors associated with CC.ResultsA total of 114 patients have been recruited. There were 82 patients (77.0%) in the stable treatment group and 32 patients (23.0%) in the unstable treatment group. Based on multivariate likelihood analysis, only using acid-suppressive drugs contributed to stability treatment in CC patients (odds ratio: 2.81, 95% confidence interval: 1.12–7.08, p = 0.03).ConclusionAdministration of acid-suppressive drugs was the only factor related to the stability of CC treatment. Further studies are needed to validate the results as well as clarify the causes.

Mitral valve leaflet blood cyst treated with minimally invasive approach: a case report and review of literature

IntroductionCardiac blood cyst is a very rare benign tumor of the heart in adults. Though it is very common in the first half year of life, it regresses with time and its occurrence is very rare in children older than six months and in adults. Until now less than 100 valvular blood cyst cases have been reported in adults.Case presentationWe present a case of a 66-year-old male who presented to us with exertional chest tightness, shortness of breath, and right leg weakness for two weeks. He was diagnosed with a cardiac mass two months ago in another hospital. The physical examination was unremarkable. Abdominal ultrasound showed a cyst in the liver and left kidney. Echocardiography showed a mass-occupying lesion of a cystic nature in the mitral valve with moderate mitral regurgitation. Based on echocardiography findings and computed tomography report, the preliminary diagnosis of mitral valve cystic tumor was made. The patient underwent minimally invasive resection of the cyst. The posterior mitral cusp was repaired and a mitral annuloplasty ring was placed. The postoperative recovery was uneventful. The histopathology report confirmed the diagnosis of a cardiac blood cyst. The patient was followed up for six months without any complications. This case is presented to enrich the medical literature on the cardiac blood cyst.ConclusionAlthough a cardiac blood cyst is a rare entity in adults, it still should be considered in the differential diagnosis of cardiac tumors. Because the natural history and hemodynamic effects are very diverse, large symptomatic cardiac blood cysts, especially in the left heart should be resected to avoid complications.

Diagnostic Utility of Fine-Needle Aspiration Cytology (FNAC) and Frozen Section Against Histopathology in Evaluating Benign and Malignant Breast Lesions.

Breastlesions, particularlylumps, pose concerns for females, varying between benign and malignant conditions. Accurate differentiation solely through clinical assessment is challenging, necessitating a definitive diagnostic strategy. Fine-needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) is integral in the "triple approach" to breast evaluation, offering simplicity, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. However, FNAC has limitations, occasionally failing to yield definitive diagnoses due to inherent constraints. Contrarily, frozen-section analysis, a long-standing intraoperative diagnostic method, plays a crucial role in swift diagnosis during surgeries. Despite technological advancements, frozen sections serve specific diagnostic purposes, confirming carcinoma when FNAC is inconclusive and evaluating resected margins. However, freezing artifacts may affect tissue assessment, emphasizing the continued reliance on histopathology for guiding treatment decisions. This study was conducted at KVG Medical College and Hospital, Sullia, Karnataka, India. It aimed to analyze the morphological characteristics of benign and malignant breast lesions using FNAC, frozen section, and histopathology and evaluate the sensitivity, specificity, and predictive values of FNAC and frozen section against histopathology as the reference standard. Across-sectional investigationwas carried out at a tertiary care hospital's Department of Pathology, on 60 female patients who presented with palpable breast masses over a span of two and a half years. FNACwas conducted, and the observations were classified into five categories as per the International Academy of Cytology guidelines. In addition, intraoperative frozen-section analysis was undertaken. A comparative analysis was conducted between the FNAC and intraoperative frozen-section findings, juxtaposed with the subsequent histopathological diagnoses. FNAC revealed 51.7% malignant, 45% benign, and 3.3% inadequate cases; the frozen-section analysis indicated 51.6% malignant, 45% benign, and 3.3% deferred cases; histopathology showed 53.3% malignant, 45% benign, and 1.6% borderline cases. FNAC demonstrated 93.9% sensitivity, 100% specificity, 100% positive predictive value (PPV), 93.1% negative predictive value (NPV), and 96.7% accuracy. The frozen-section analysis exhibited 96.9% sensitivity, 100% specificity, 100% PPV, 96.4% NPV, and 98.3% accuracy. Intraoperative frozen-section analysis displays superior diagnostic utility compared to preoperative FNAC. However, histopathology remains the definitive gold standard. Integrating all three diagnostic modalities is crucial for precise diagnosis and effective patientmanagement.

Spatial Tumor Heterogeneity in a Young Female with Lung Adenocarcinoma and Brain Metastasis

Small cell lung cancer (SCLC) and non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) are the two different forms of lung cancer, the latter subtype accounts for approximately 85% of cases. Lung cancer is estimated to be the main cause of all cancer deaths, accounting for nearly 1,800,000 deaths globally in 2020. In this clinical case, we describe a female patient with non-specific symptoms over an approximate duration of one and a half years. Metastatic lung adenocarcinoma was diagnosed after the onset of severe neurological symptoms, brain surgery, and historical analysis of the large pathological brain mass. Following this, the tumor in the lung, which was small in size and the sole metabolically active site of the disease, was surgically removed. The recurrence in the brain and the onset of new neurological symptoms occurred rapidly—within three months, necessitating a second operation. Histological examination of the primary tumor and metastasis unveiled significant disparities–the primary tumor was moderately differentiated with PD-L1 expression (programmed death-ligand 1) within the range of 1 to 49%, while metastasis was poorly differentiated and PD-L1 negative, both absent of EGFR mutations (epidermal growth factor receptor) and ALK fusion (anaplastic lymphoma kinase). Following two brain operations, the patient underwent three-dimensional conformal radiation therapy (3DCRT). Subsequently, the initiation of systemic therapy was postponed by a two-month interval due to the activation of chronic hepatitis C virus infection. This case study contributes to the growing body of knowledge aimed at enhancing our grasp of tumor heterogeneity and dynamics of progression.

The effect of intentional summer flooding for mosquito control on the nitrogen dynamics of impounded Avicennia germinans mangrove forests

Coastal wetlands such as mangrove forests are breeding grounds for nuisance-causing insects. Rotational Impoundment Management (RIM) for mosquito control involves annual summer inundation of impounded mangrove forests with estuarine water during the summer half year. However, in addition to controlling mosquitos, RIM may change biogeochemical pathways. This study set out to investigate how RIM quantitatively affects physicochemical soil characteristics and potential nitrifying and denitrifying activities (PNA and PDA), which are key in the global nitrogen cycle. Before and after the implementation of RIM, soil samples were collected annually in habitats differing in size and abundance of black mangroves (Avicennia germinans) in an impoundment with RIM and in an adjacent impoundment with a more open connection to the lagoon. Compared to the non-managed impoundment, soil moisture content, total nitrogen and PDA increased, while salinity decreased after the start of annual summer flooding, but only in the dwarf habitat. In the sparse and dense habitats, total nitrogen and PDA increased independently of summer flooding, whereas soil moisture content and salinity were not affected by RIM. Labile organic nitrogen increased only in the RIM impoundment, irrespective of the habitat type. PNA was generally not affected with time, except in the dwarf habitat in the absence of intentional summer flooding where it increased. Changes in the non-managed impoundment adjacent to the RIM impoundment demonstrate the importance of groundwater exchange in linked ecosystems. The consequences of interventions in the management of mangrove impoundments and adjacent forests for the nitrogen budget are discussed.

Dense Water Formation in the North–Central Aegean Sea during Winter 2021–2022

The evolution and drivers of dense water formation (DWF) in the North–Central Aegean Sea (NCAeg) during winter 2021–2022 are studied using observations from two Argo floats and the output of an operational data-assimilating model. Dense water with σθ>29.1 kgm−3 was produced over most of the NCAeg, except for the northeastern part covered by Black Sea water (BSW), where the maximum surface density was <29 kgm−3. The highest density waters were produced over the central and southern parts of the Lemnos Plateau and in the shallow coastal areas between Chios Island and the Edremit Gulf. Atmospherically driven transformation to the east of Lesvos Island resulted in the production of waters with anomalously high density and salinity, which flowed inside Skiros Basin, thus partly explaining its historically higher density and salinity compared to the rest of the NCAeg subbasins. The Skiros and Athos Basins were ventilated down to σθ∼29.35 kgm−3 horizons. The 29.1 kgm−3 isopycnal rose by ∼200 m, and the 29.25 kgm−3 isopycnal overflowed above the ∼400 m sill depth filling the southern depressions of the NCAeg. Combining data from Argo floats, vessel casts, gliders, and a fixed-point observatory, the dense water produced in the NCAeg was observed spreading in the deep layer of the Central Cretan Sea for at least one and a half years after the formation. The cyclonic circulation of the newly formed water in the NCAeg has been observed directly for the first time using deep-drifting floats. The Eastern Mediterranean warming and salinification signal has propagated below the NCAeg sill depth. The winter average buoyancy loss was comparable to that of the peak of the Eastern Mediterranean transient (EMT) and other known years of DWF in the NCAeg; however, the high temperature of the upper layers due to long-term warming prevented the widespread formation of denser water.

Revisiting the road to Cypriot independence

ABSTRACT In September 1958 Archbishop Makarios, the Greek Cypriot leader, told Barbara Castle, the then Chair of the British Labour Party, that, after three and a half years of violence from EOKA (Εθνική Οργάνωσις Κυπρίων Αγωνιστών/National Organisation of Cypriot Fighters) to achieve the union of Cyprus with Greece (enosis), he now supported a brief period of self-government, followed by the independence of Cyprus. He agreed to set aside enosis unless it was supported in the United Nations in the future. This led to independence, with Makarios considered ‘the father’ of Cypriot independence. But little has been said about the idea of independence before that point, about the opposition to it from EOKA, or about others who proposed independence from 1954. This article focuses on the role and proposals of Jason Loukianou, a prominent Cypriot in London, which have not been previously discussed. It proposes a revision to the idea that Makarios was ‘the father’ of Cypriot independence.

Diagnóstico clínico e anatomopatológico em bovinos acometidos por úlceras do abomaso perfuradas e com comorbidades

This study describes the findings of the clinical and anatomopathological diagnosis in cattle affected by perforated abomasal ulcers and with comorbidities. Twenty-five cattle were evaluated, young (n=8, aged less than two years) and adults (n=17, aged greater than two and a half years), diagnosed with perforated abomasal ulcers. Epidemiological information was retrieved from the medical records. Blood, ruminal fluid, and peritoneal fluid (PI) samples were collected for laboratory examination. Ultrasound examination, exploratory laparotomy, and post mortem examinations were performed for diagnostic purposes. The main clinical findings of perforated ulcers in the present study were: apathy, dehydration, intestinal hypomotility, diarrheal stools, hypomotile or atonic rumen, tachycardia, tachypnea, abdominal distention with bilateral bulging, and increased abdominal tension. The most frequent abnormal hematological findings were hypoproteinemia and neutrophilic leukocytosis with a left shift. The peritoneal fluid (PL) showed an inflammatory reaction in the cytology, characteristic of an exudate. A confirmatory diagnosis of peritonitis by ultrasonography was possible in five cases, and in two cases at exploratory laparotomy. In the post mortem examination, the ulcers were characterized as type 3, 4, or 5, with comorbidities present in 68% of the cases. It is necessary to combine ultrasonography with abdominal centesis and exploratory laparotomy procedures to suggest perforated ulcers. However, post mortem examination better characterizes the type of perforated ulcer present, particularly type 5.

Trends in scrappage and survival of U.S. light-duty vehicles

The rate at which new vehicles replace the existing stock of used vehicles affects the rate at which the benefits of regulations requiring safety technologies, controls on pollutant emissions, and energy efficiency improvements are fully realized. A review of past estimates of the life expectancies of U.S. light-duty vehicles indicates they have been increasing by 0.5 % to 1.5 % per year for the last half a century. We estimate models of scrappage rates and survival probabilities as a function of vehicle age for U.S. passenger cars, SUVs and vans, and pickup trucks, using population counts of vehicles in operation by vehicle type and model year for calendar years 2002–2020. Our results indicate that life expectancies for all three vehicle types continued to increase over this recent time period, by 2–3 years for passenger cars, 3–4 years for SUVs and Vans, and 5–6 years for pickup trucks. By 2020, median expected lifetimes ranged from about 17 years for passenger cars to 20 years for SUVs and vans, and 25 years for pickup trucks. The content and durability of new vehicles is likely to continue to increase as the market transitions to more electrified and automated vehicles, with important implications for policies aimed at reducing emissions, increasing fuel economy and improving safety.

If My Memory Serves Me Well: Investigating My Memory for the Past 24 Years.

This paper reports on a study of my autobiographical memory for 2691 notes recorded over 24 years in my diary, without any intention to ever use the notes as test material. I never read any of the notes again until the start of the memory study. I remembered less than two thirds of the recorded events and the retention curve showed a curvilinear shape. I dated 2% of the described events correctly but misdated on average about one and a half year, with an equal number of over and underestimations of the event age. Retention correlated significantly with ratings of salience, emotional involvement, pleasantness, event rehearsal and self-relatedness, but not with intimacy. Dating accuracy correlated with salience, pleasantness, intimacy and event rehearsal, but not with emotional involvement or self-relatedness. Regression analyses showed that event rehearsal was the best predictor of retention and dating, but the predictive value of other ratings was dependent on the content of the recorded events.

Lamotrigine induced toxic epidermal necrolysis in an epileptic child: A wrath of polypharmacy? - A case report

Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN) is a severe form of adverse drug reaction (ADR) characterized by extensive areas of necrotic blisters, erosions of the skin and mucosal membranes. Antiepileptics are the leading cause of TEN. We report a five and half year old male child, a known case of seizure disorder "Juvenile myoclonic epilepsy" since 2 years. The child was treated with sodium valproate (VPA), levetiracetam and lamotrigine(LTG). This triple combination therapy dramatically controlled the seizures. But within three weeks, there were extensive urticarial rashes, which rapidly become necrotic, haemorrhagic, vesiculobullous suggestive of TEN involving more than 40% body surface area (BSA). The child was managed successfully, by conservative measures, without IVIG or biologics, simply by stopping the AEDs, corticosteroids, and wound care with wet collagen dressings, in a rural set up, was a challenging scenario. Hence we report this case. Conclusion: Childhood TEN is rare but preventable. VPA inhibits LTG clearance, cause TEN and can worsen the prognosis.

Correlation of RBC indices and RBC histogram obtained by automated hematology analyser with peripheral smear in the diagnosis of anemia

: The impact of early diagnosis and management of anemia on patient outcome has been tremendous. Although conventional microscopic examination of blood using peripheral smear is unequivocal, the advent of automated hematology analyzer has revolutionized the field of clinical hematology and its practice. This study highlights the efficiency and utility of specific parameters obtained by hematology analyzer and its comparison with peripheral smear in the diagnosis of anemia, also determines the sensitivity of the same.: 501 Ethylenediamine tetra acetic acid blood samples collected at a tertiary care teaching hospital in Karnataka during one and half years from February 2021 to August 2022, were run on the Sysmex 6-part automated hematology analyzer and simultaneous peripheral smears were prepared and stained using Leishman stain based on standard operating procedures. The histogram and peripheral smear findings were noted.: Among the 501 cases, there were 269(53.7%) cases of Normocytic Normochromic Anemia in which 82.9% showed normal curve, 145(28.9%) cases of Microcytic Hypochromic Anemia in which 92.4% showed shift to left, 31(6.2%) cases of Dimorphic Anemia in which 61.3% showed normal curve contrary to the expected double peak, 24(4.8%) cases of Macrocytic Anemia in which 83.3% showed shift to right, 23(4.6%) cases of Pancytopenia in which 39.1% showed normal curve and 9 cases of Normocytic Hypochromic Anemia. : The Automated hematology Analyzer provides highly valuable information with limited sample and is an essential tool in diagnosis, classification and management of anemia.

Short time (10 min) Catheter Traction Following TURP: IS it helpful with less morbidity?

Transurethral Resection of Prostate (TURP) is the most common treatment for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). Blood loss during and after transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is a potential cause of morbidity and clot retention. Usual practise is to apply traction in every case of TURP to reduce early postoperative hematuria and clot retention. There are very few studies in the literature and they have mainly concentrated on the effect of traction on reducing blood loss but there is scanty data regarding the morbidity associated with the use of traction. Various authors have described their method of traction application. So, in this study, we will compare the result of short term (10 min) traction with standard (4-6 h) traction. It is a prospective comparative study with 50 participants, conducted at the department of Urology of a tertiary care hospital in eastern India after taking ethical clearance and consent from the patient. The patients attending urology O.P.D. with LUTS and diagnosed as BPH and planned for elective TURP and who had prolonged traction after TURP were excluded. Study period was one and the half year. Post operatively 25 patients were managed with catheter traction while 25 patients were managed with short term traction of 10 min. Pain which is assessed by visual analog scale (VAS) at 2 and 4 h post operatively is statistically significant with p value of <0.05 and cut off of 65 g prostate volume is drawn below which the successful outcome of short term traction is feasible without any complications. If hemostatsis is done properly then short term traction is preferable, safe and had fewer complications for prostate volume <65 g in comparison to standard traction TURP comparing the overall factors. Although, VAS score at 2 and 4 h post operatively shows patient experienced less pain even in prostate volume >65 g.

My Tenure as the Editor-in-Chief of Computational Linguistics

Abstract Time flies and it has been close to five and a half years since I became the editor-in-chief of Computational Linguistics on 15 July 2018. In this editorial, I will describe the changes that I have introduced at the journal, and highlight the achievements and challenges of the journal.

Factors associated with self-perceived treatment-resistance in bipolar disorder.

Patients with bipolar disorder often report self-perceived treatment resistance. However, it is not known to what extent it is due to actual treatment resistance. The Juntendo University provides "Bipolar Disorder Treatment Rebuilding Program," in which patients with self-reported treatment resistant bipolar disorder are hospitalized for 2 weeks and undergo detailed examinations. In this study, we report our experience with the initial 43 patients hospitalized during the one and half years after the launch of the program. Among the patients who underwent full assessment, only one was regarded as having genuine treatment-resistant bipolar disorder without comorbidity. In other cases, ten were not diagnosed with bipolar disorder, 3 had organic brain diseases, 12 had comorbid mental disorders and its symptoms were regarded as treatment-resistant bipolar symptoms by the patients, and 18 did not receive adequate treatment because attendant physicians did not adhere to the treatment guidelines or patients did not adhere to the treatment because of lack of insight. The number of participants was not large, and selection bias hampered the generalization of the findings. Insight and adherence were assessed without the use of validated tools. We could not verify recovery after adequate treatment because of the limited hospitalization period. The findings suggest that most patients with self-perceived treatment-resistant bipolar disorder may not have genuine treatment-resistant bipolar disorder. These results shed light on the difficulties of public education of bipolar disorder and importance of providing appropriate services for diagnosis and treatment of bipolar disorder in the community.

A case of congenital multiple pancreatic cysts in a female child: Case report

Congenital pancreatic cysts are rare in the paediatric age group; they can be isolated or associated with other malformations. Prompt diagnosis and appropriate management are crucial to prevent complications. One and a half year old female presented with an abdominal mass. Surgical exploration revealed multiple cystic lesions occupying most of the abdominal and pelvic cavities originating from the pancreas. A complete surgical excision was done, and the histopathological examination confirmed the presence of islands of well-defined pancreatic tissue with scattered dilated ducts. True congenital pancreatic cysts are rare anomalies to occur, and there is female predominance for such conditions; early diagnosis and treatment are essential to prevent complications.

Study on the Formation Mechanism for High Rail Corrugation

This research employed a tracking investigation and numerical study to examine the initiation of high rail corrugation. Beginning with the trial operation of Metro Line 6 in Chengdu, China, we conducted a follow-up investigation for 2½ years that recorded the rail surface wear morphology of a 600-m radius curved track. The field observation results show that high rail corrugation occurred 12–17 months after the subway was officially put into operation, whereas the low rail of the same track did not show any corrugation. The distribution of high rail corrugation was discontinuous. Due to wear, the profiles of the rails and wheels changed. Two points of contact may occur between the leading outer wheel and high rail, with one contact point at the gauge corner and the other in the vicinity of the railhead (hereafter referred to as two-point contact). We developed a finite-element model that used the measured worn profiles to predict the self-excited frictional vibrations of a leading wheelset–rails system under the condition of two-point contact. We predicted the occurrence trend of self-excited frictional vibrations via the complex eigenvalue analysis. The simulation results show that in the condition of two-point contact, the self-excited frictional oscillation produced at an outer wheel–high rail interface can induce high rail corrugation. The use of straight or double S-shaped web plate wheels and an increase in railpad damping can help to reduce high rail corrugation.

Comparative Study on Elder Abuse and Neglect Among Geriatric Population in the Rural and Urban Field Practice Areas of a Medical College.

Elder abuse is a multidimensional problem of public importance. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 16% of older people were victims of elder abuse. A study conducted by HelpAge India in 2018 showed that Mangaluru ranks the highest in elder abuse (47%). Given the scarce literature, this study sought to determine the prevalence of elder abuse and its associated sociodemographic factors. A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted among the senior population in the rural and urban field practice a medical college in Mangaluru for one and a half years. The sample size was 280. Most of the study population was in the age group of fewer than 75 years (75.4%), with 50.4% females, 60% Hindus, 56.4% married, 39.3% illiterate, and 88.9% of them retired. The prevalence of elder abuse was 44.6% (rural = 50.7% and urban = 38.6%). Binary logistic regression showed that elder abuse was statistically significant among the unemployed, extended family members, and staying with children. The study brings to light the sociodemographic factors that play a role in detecting elder abuse. It also shows the importance of awareness of elder mistreatment among older people. These elements must be considered for implementing and enforcing laws and legislation to help curb elder abuse.