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[The relation between peripheral arterial occlusive disease and cardiovascular diseases in elderly population: a

Xiao-ying Li1, Jie Wang, Yao He

  • 1Department of Geriatric Cardiology, General Hospital of Chinese People's Liberation Army. Beijing 100853, China.

Zhonghua Yi Xue Za Zhi
|December 3, 2003
PubMed

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Peripheral arterial occlusive disease (PAOD) is common in China

Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Cardiovascular Medicine
  • Epidemiology

Context:

  • Peripheral arterial occlusive disease (PAOD) is a significant health concern in aging populations.
  • Understanding the interplay between PAOD and cardiovascular diseases (CVD) is crucial for public health strategies.
  • The prevalence of PAOD and associated cardiovascular risk factors in China requires further investigation.

Purpose:

  • To determine the prevalence of cardiovascular diseases (CVD) in elderly individuals with peripheral arterial occlusive disease (PAOD).
  • To assess the prevalence of PAOD in elderly individuals with high cardiovascular risk factors.
  • To analyze the relationship between PAOD and cardiovascular health in an elderly Chinese population.

Summary:

  • A study of 2,124 elderly individuals in Beijing revealed a PAOD prevalence of 15.91%.
  • Elderly individuals with PAOD exhibited significantly higher rates of hypertension, hyperlipidemia, coronary heart disease, and diabetes mellitus.
  • PAOD prevalence increased with the number of cardiovascular risk factors, indicating a strong association.

Impact:

  • The findings highlight PAOD as a common condition among China's elderly, comparable to developed nations.
  • This research underscores the heightened risk of CVD in elderly individuals with PAOD.
  • The study emphasizes the importance of screening for PAOD in elderly individuals with cardiovascular risk factors.
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