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Sarah Caroline Oliveira de Souza Boitrago1, Andressa Samantha Oliveira Souza1, Pâmela de Oliveira Cunha1
1Universidade Estadual de Montes Claros. Montes Claros, Minas Gerais, Brazil.
Revista Brasileira De Enfermagem
|July 14, 2021
Summary
The mortality rate among community-dwelling elderly was 7.9%. Factors like stroke and hospitalization were linked to mortality, with respiratory diseases and neoplasms being primary causes.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Understanding mortality patterns in community-dwelling elderly is crucial for public health initiatives.
- Previous studies highlight various risk factors, but community-specific data is essential.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the mortality coefficient in community-dwelling elderly.
- To identify factors associated with mortality in this population.
- To determine the primary causes of death.
Main Methods:
- A longitudinal and analytical study design was employed.
- Data was collected from elderly individuals in their homes at baseline and after 42 months.
- Logistic regression analysis was used to examine demographic, social, economic, and clinical variables.
Main Results:
- The mortality coefficient was found to be 7.9%.
- Significant associated factors included longevity, illiteracy, lack of religious practice, history of stroke, and recent consultations or hospitalizations.
- The leading causes of death were ill-defined causes, respiratory system diseases, and neoplasms.
Conclusions:
- The mortality rate in this community-dwelling elderly cohort was lower compared to national and international benchmarks.
- Identifying associated factors can inform targeted interventions for elderly care.
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