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[Diabetes in elderly: a tailored management].

S Ardigo1, L Perrenoud, J Philippe

  • 1Service de médecine interne, réhabilitation et gériatrie, Rue du Nant 4, 1207 Genève. sheila.ardigo@hcuge.ch

Revue Medicale Suisse
|June 27, 2013
PubMed
Summary
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Diabetes affects 12-25% of older adults (>65). Tailoring glycemic control to individual functional status is crucial for preventing complications and improving the quality of life for geriatric patients with diabetes.

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Area of Science:

  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Endocrinology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Diabetes mellitus is a prevalent chronic condition in aging populations worldwide.
  • Older adults (>65 years) represent a significant demographic with diabetes, estimated at 12-25% in developed countries.
  • Current research and treatment guidelines for diabetes in the elderly are less comprehensive than for younger populations.

Observation:

  • Specific treatment and priority guidelines for geriatric patients with diabetes have been issued by medical associations.
  • The functional status of older diabetic patients significantly influences appropriate treatment and glycemic control targets.
  • Geriatric syndromes and their associated symptoms require careful consideration in diabetes management plans.

Findings:

  • Glycemic control strategies must be individualized based on the patient's functional condition.
  • Preventing the symptoms and complications of geriatric syndromes is a key treatment objective.
  • Integrating the prevention and screening of chronic diabetes complications is essential for optimizing care.

Implications:

  • Optimizing the quality of life and health status of aged diabetic patients requires a holistic approach.
  • Further research is needed to refine evidence-based treatment protocols for diabetes in the elderly.
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration between geriatric and diabetes specialists is vital for effective patient management.