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[Normal and abnormal aging of cardiovascular system].

K Shimada1, A Kawamato, K Matsubayashi

  • 1Department of Medicine & Geriatrics, Kochi Medical School.

Nihon Ronen Igakkai Zasshi. Japanese Journal of Geriatrics
|May 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

Normal aging affects cardiovascular regulatory functions in elderly individuals, with lifestyle factors like diet and body mass index influencing sympathetic nervous system activity. Hypertension showed less impact than expected in older adults.

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Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Physiology
  • Gerontology
  • Autonomic Nervous System Function

Context:

  • Normal aging of the cardiovascular system is influenced by intrinsic biological processes and extrinsic factors.
  • Extrinsic factors include lifestyle variables (physical activity, diet, alcohol, smoking) and cardiovascular diseases.
  • Community-dwelling elderly volunteers underwent extensive health screening, including maximal exercise tests, to recruit 'normal' subjects.

Purpose:

  • To investigate age-related changes in cardiovascular function in a healthy elderly population.
  • To identify factors that modify cardiovascular aging.
  • To understand interrelationships among autonomic functions in the elderly.

Summary:

  • Some cardiovascular regulatory functions were altered in the elderly compared to young subjects, while resting hemodynamics remained unchanged.

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  • Lifestyle variables like sodium intake and body mass index appeared to influence sympathetic nervous functions.
  • Hypertension in the elderly had a less significant impact on cardiovascular functions than observed in younger populations.

    • Impact:

    • Identifying factors that modify cardiovascular aging is crucial for promoting healthy aging.
    • Findings can inform therapeutic strategies and goals for elderly cardiovascular health.
    • Understanding these modifications aids in distinguishing normal aging from disease-related changes.