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New challenges of geriatric cardiology: from clinical to preclinical research

Marco Malavolta1, Daniele Caraceni2, Fabiola Olivieri2,3

  • 1Advanced Technology Center for Aging Research, Scientific Technological Area, IRCCS-INRCA, Ancona, Italy.

Journal of Geriatric Cardiology : JGC
|July 1, 2017
PubMed

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Geriatric cardiology addresses cardiovascular diseases (CVD) in the elderly. This review covers challenges and unmet needs in managing heart conditions like coronary artery disease and heart failure in older adults.

Area of Science:

  • Geriatric Cardiology
  • Cardiovascular Diseases in the Elderly

Background:

  • The elderly population with cardiovascular diseases (CVD) is growing.
  • Common chronic heart diseases in the elderly include coronary artery disease, heart failure, and atrial fibrillation.
  • Geriatric cardiologists face significant challenges due to demographic shifts.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline basic concepts in geriatric cardiology.
  • To describe challenges and unmet needs in the field.
  • To focus on the translation of basic research into clinical practice.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of geriatric cardiology.
  • Analysis of demographic trends in cardiovascular disease.
  • Discussion of research translation in geriatric cardiology.

Main Results:

  • Geriatric cardiology requires specialized approaches for the elderly.
  • Increasing prevalence of CVD in older adults presents management challenges.
  • There are identified unmet needs in geriatric cardiology research and practice.

Conclusions:

  • Geriatric cardiology is a critical and evolving field.
  • Addressing the challenges and unmet needs is essential for improving elderly cardiovascular care.
  • Translating basic research is key to advancing geriatric cardiology.

Keywords:
AgingCardiovascular DiseasesGeriatric CardiologySenescence

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