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[Digestive diseases in the elderly].

G Farfán1, J Seclén, E Munsevai

  • 1Servicio de Gastroenterología, Hospital Cayetano Heredia, Lima, Perú.

Revista De Gastroenterologia Del Peru : Organo Oficial De La Sociedad De Gastroenterologia Del Peru
|January 1, 1991
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Digestive discomfort is common in older adults, with upper gastrointestinal issues prevalent. Further research is needed to improve prevention and early detection of these gastrointestinal diseases in the elderly.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Geriatrics
  • Epidemiology

Context:

  • Digestive symptoms and diseases are frequently observed in the elderly population.
  • Aging is associated with physiological changes impacting the gastrointestinal tract, particularly the esophagus.
  • Previous studies indicate a high prevalence of gastrointestinal discomfort in individuals over 60.

Purpose:

  • To investigate the prevalence and types of digestive symptoms and diseases in individuals aged 60 and older.
  • To establish the frequency of gastrointestinal conditions in both healthy elderly individuals and those with a history of gastroenterological issues.
  • To highlight the need for enhanced research and clinical guidelines for geriatric gastrointestinal health.

Summary:

  • A two-phase study surveyed 57 healthy individuals over 60 and prospectively studied 43 outpatients aged 60+. Frequent digestive discomfort, primarily upper gastrointestinal symptoms, was reported by 33.3% of survey participants.

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  • The prospective study identified upper gastrointestinal diseases as the most common (46.5%), followed by colorectal (23.2%) and hepatobiliary/pancreatic diseases (16.2%).
  • These findings underscore the significant burden of gastrointestinal issues in the elderly, necessitating targeted research and interventions.

    • Impact:

    • Provides crucial data on the prevalence of gastrointestinal diseases in the elderly, informing public health strategies.
    • Emphasizes the need for specialized care and early detection protocols for gastrointestinal conditions in geriatric populations.
    • Contributes to improving the quality of life for the aging population by addressing prevalent digestive health concerns.