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Heart transplantation in elderly patients.

M T Olivari1, A Antolick, M P Kaye

  • 1Department of Medicine, University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis 55455.

The Journal of Heart Transplantation
|July 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

Heart transplantation is a viable option for elderly patients, offering excellent survival rates comparable to younger recipients. However, older individuals face increased risks of serious infections and steroid-related complications.

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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Transplantation Surgery
  • Geriatric Medicine

Background:

  • Orthotopic heart transplantation is a critical treatment for end-stage heart failure.
  • Assessing outcomes in elderly heart transplant recipients is essential for expanding therapeutic options.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the outcomes of heart transplantation in patients aged 55 years and older versus younger patients.
  • To evaluate the safety and efficacy of triple-drug immunosuppression in different age groups.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 57 orthotopic heart transplantations performed between 1985-1986.
  • Patients divided into two groups: ≥55 years old (n=23) and <55 years old (n=34).
  • Comparison of perioperative mortality, length of stay, rejection rates, survival, and complication incidence.

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Main Results:

  • Similar perioperative mortality and 1-year survival (96% older vs. 94% younger) between groups.
  • Older patients had higher rates of steroid-induced diabetes (17% vs. 9%) and osteoporosis (13% vs. 3%).
  • Life-threatening infections occurred exclusively in older patients, despite similar overall infection rates.

Conclusions:

  • Heart transplantation is a safe and effective option for selected elderly patients with end-stage heart failure.
  • Older recipients experience comparable survival and rejection rates but are at increased risk for specific complications.
  • Careful monitoring for infections and steroid-related adverse events is crucial in elderly heart transplant recipients.