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  • Gerontology
  • Cardiology
  • Clinical Medicine

Background:

  • Frailty syndrome (FS) initially viewed as a geriatric issue, now a significant concept in cardiology.
  • FS affects approximately 10% of elderly individuals, with prevalence reaching 17% in Europe.
  • While FS shares similarities with physiological aging, it is not an inevitable part of aging and can affect younger individuals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To underscore the importance of identifying frailty syndrome determinants for effective patient management.
  • To highlight that understanding FS determinants is crucial for developing comprehensive definitions and assessment methods.
  • To emphasize the reversible nature of FS and the need for targeted interventions.

Main Methods:

  • This review synthesizes existing scientific literature on frailty syndrome.
  • It focuses on identifying and discussing known determinants of frailty syndrome.
  • The study analyzes the overlap between FS and the physiological aging process.

Main Results:

  • Frailty syndrome is a reversible clinical condition, not solely an age-related issue.
  • Known determinants of FS include reduced physical activity, malnutrition, sarcopenia, polypharmacy, depression, cognitive decline, and social isolation.
  • Understanding these determinants is fundamental for successful clinical management.

Conclusions:

  • Identifying the determinants of frailty syndrome is essential for maximizing the benefits of frailty-reversing interventions.
  • A comprehensive understanding of FS determinants informs the development of accurate assessment tools and effective treatment strategies.
  • Frailty syndrome management requires a multi-faceted approach addressing its various contributing factors.