Personalized approaches to cardiovascular care for the elderly-patient centered care
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 15797115 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Mohammed Hamed Alqahtani (National Guard Health Affairs, corresponding author) |
| Year | 2023 |
| Volume | 7 |
| Issue | S1 |
| Pages | 3314-3328 |
| Publication date | 2023-01-15 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | International Journal of Health Sciences (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 2550-696X • E-ISSN: 2550-6978 |
| Publisher | Universidad Tecnica de Manabi (PUBLISHER • EC) |
| DOI | 10.53730/ijhs.v7ns1.15022 |
| OpenAlex | W4401285351 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 5 |
Introduction: The aging population in the United States is set to expand significantly by 2050, with over 80 million Americans aged 65 and older. This demographic faces complex health challenges, including high rates of cardiovascular diseases often accompanied by multimorbidity. Traditional disease-specific guidelines, which do not account for the multifaceted nature of aging, leave gaps in managing these conditions effectively. Aim: This review aims to propose a framework for integrating personalized, patient-centered approaches into cardiovascular care for the elderly. The focus is on addressing the unique needs of this population through comprehensive, goal-directed care. Methods: The review synthesizes current literature and guidelines from major cardiovascular and geriatric organizations, including the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the European Society of Cardiology (ESC). It discusses the integration of patient goals, comprehensive geriatric assessments, and proactive management of aging-related risks, including polypharmacy, falls, and frailty. Results: The review highlights the importance of incorporating patient preferences and values into treatment decisions. It finds that goal-directed care, informed by comprehensive assessments and proactive management, can enhance treatment adherence, reduce low-value care, and improve overall quality of life for older adults with cardiovascular diseases
Chronic disease · Disease · Disease management · Geriatrics · Health care · Intensive care medicine · Multimorbidity · Polypharmacy · Population · Population ageing · Psychiatry · Quality of life (healthcare · Frailty in Older Adults · Health Systems, Economic Evaluations, Quality of Life · Healthcare cost, quality, practices · Medicine · Nursing · Gerontology
| Citation velocity | historical |
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| Highly cited | No |