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[Skin diseases in the elderly: a multicentre Tunisian study]
A Souissi1, F Zeglaoui, N El Fekih
1Department of Dermatology, Hôpital Charles Nicolle, Tunis, Tunisia. amel_souissi@yahoo.fr
Annales De Dermatologie Et De Venereologie
|June 28, 2006
Summary
Geriatric skin disorders are common, with fungal infections, tumors, and eczema being most prevalent in elderly patients. These conditions significantly impact the health and well-being of aging populations.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Geriatrics
- Epidemiology
Context:
- Global population aging increases the demand for geriatric healthcare.
- Limited data exists on the specific skin disease patterns in elderly individuals.
- Understanding these patterns is crucial for targeted healthcare strategies.
Purpose:
- To investigate the prevalence and types of skin disorders in elderly patients.
- To analyze dermatological diagnoses in Tunisian outpatient clinics.
- To establish a baseline for geriatric dermatology research.
Summary:
- A one-year prospective study in Tunis examined 1518 elderly patients (≥65 years).
- Fungal infections (16.9%), tumors (12.8%), and eczema (11.9%) were the most frequent diagnoses.
- Other common conditions included keratinization anomalies, bacterial and viral infections, and pruritus.
Impact:
- Highlights the high incidence of mycoses, benign tumors, and eczema in the elderly.
- Suggests pruritus is a frequent geriatric complaint.
- Underscores the significant morbidity associated with skin disorders in older adults.
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