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[From functional decline to the slipping syndrome]
Revue Medicale De La Suisse Romande
|January 5, 2001
Summary
Normal aging can lead to loss of independence. This paper explores uncommon, sudden functional decline syndromes like "failure to thrive" and "slipping syndrome" that occur without a clear trigger event.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Internal Medicine
- Neurology
Context:
- Normal aging is associated with gradual functional decline and loss of independence in activities of daily living.
- Acute medical events often precipitate functional decline, necessitating rehabilitation therapies.
- Uncommon functional decline syndromes can occur without a specific trigger event, presenting unique clinical courses.
Purpose:
- To describe and analyze uncommon types of functional decline observed in aging individuals.
- To highlight specific syndromes such as "failure to thrive" and "slipping syndrome".
Summary:
- This paper details specific, non-acute-event-triggered functional decline syndromes in the elderly.
- It contrasts these with typical post-event rehabilitation needs, focusing on unique clinical presentations.
- Syndromes discussed include "failure to thrive" and the
- slipping syndrome".
Impact:
- Enhances understanding of diverse aging-related functional impairments.
- Aids clinicians in recognizing and managing atypical decline syndromes.
- Informs the development of targeted interventions for specific geriatric syndromes.