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Maximilian König1,2, Maik Gollasch1,2, Yulia Komleva1,2
1Altersmedizinisches Zentrum, Kreiskrankenhaus Wolgast Wolgast Germany.
Aging Medicine (Milton (N.S.W))
|September 15, 2023
Summary
The COVID-19 pandemic is increasing frailty in older adults, creating a potential "wave of frailty." Understanding the causes and developing prevention strategies are crucial public health priorities.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Public Health
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic presents a significant public health challenge, particularly for the elderly population.
- Concerns exist regarding long-term health deterioration in older adults post-COVID-19, termed a potential "wave of frailty."
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between COVID-19 and the development of frailty in older adults.
- To explore the underlying mechanisms and contributing factors to COVID-19-induced frailty.
Main Methods:
- A narrative review of scientific literature was conducted.
- Articles published up to January 2023 focusing on COVID-19 and frailty were analyzed.
Main Results:
- Available data indicate an increase in frailty among the elderly following COVID-19 infection.
- The development of frailty is multifactorial, involving direct viral impacts and indirect effects like lockdowns.
Conclusions:
- COVID-19 contributes to increased frailty in older adults, necessitating public health attention.
- Further research is required to understand mechanisms and develop prevention and treatment strategies for this growing concern.
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