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Asthma Across the Ages: Adults.
Paula J Busse1, Vanessa M McDonald2, Juan P Wisnivesky3
1Division of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, Department of Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY.
Summary
Asthma affects millions globally, with age significantly impacting its prevalence, outcomes, and management. Older adults experience higher mortality, necessitating tailored treatment approaches.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonology
- Geriatrics
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Asthma affects 300 million worldwide, with varied outcomes across age groups.
- Despite advances, asthma management and patient outcomes, especially in older adults, require improvement.
- Asthma's heterogeneity complicates treatment response, patient behavior, and health outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe how age influences asthma prevalence, incidence, and outcomes.
- To examine age-related changes in asthma expression and management strategies.
- To highlight differences in asthma care for adult versus older populations.
Main Methods:
- This is a clinical commentary, not an original research study.
- The commentary synthesizes existing knowledge on asthma and aging.
- It focuses on descriptive analysis of age-specific asthma characteristics.
Main Results:
- Asthma prevalence peaks in middle age, but mortality is higher in older adults.
- Age significantly alters asthma's clinical presentation and progression.
- Management strategies must be adapted for different age demographics.
Conclusions:
- Age is a critical factor in asthma's epidemiology and clinical course.
- Understanding age-specific asthma heterogeneity is crucial for effective management.
- Tailored approaches are needed to improve outcomes in adult and elderly asthma patients.
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