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Common gastrointestinal diseases in the elderly.

W G Erwin1

  • 1Geriatric Pharmacy Institute, Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science.

Geriatrics
|December 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

Gastrointestinal diseases like GER and peptic ulcers are common in older adults. While causes are unclear, effective pharmacologic treatments exist for these prevalent conditions.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Geriatric Medicine

Background:

  • Gastrointestinal diseases, including gastroesophageal reflux (GER) and peptic ulcers, frequently affect the elderly population.
  • The etiology of these conditions is linked to an imbalance in aggressive and defensive physiological factors, though specific causes are not fully elucidated.
  • Untreated or inadequately managed gastrointestinal disorders pose significant risks for serious complications in elderly individuals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize the prevalence and treatment of gastrointestinal diseases in the elderly.
  • To highlight the importance of addressing imbalances in gastrointestinal protective and aggressive factors.
  • To underscore the efficacy of pharmacologic interventions for GER and peptic ulcers in geriatric patients.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of gastrointestinal disease prevalence in the elderly.
  • Analysis of the imbalance between aggressive and defensive physiological factors.
  • Evaluation of pharmacologic therapy outcomes for GER and peptic ulcers.

Main Results:

  • Gastrointestinal diseases are highly prevalent in the elderly.
  • Specific causative factors for these conditions remain largely unknown.
  • Pharmacologic treatments are effective for managing GER and peptic ulcers in this demographic.

Conclusions:

  • Gastrointestinal diseases represent a significant health concern for the elderly.
  • Further research is needed to identify the specific causes of these prevalent disorders.
  • Pharmacologic therapy offers a viable and effective treatment approach for GER and peptic ulcers in older adults.

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