Aging and Cardiovascular Disease: Current Status and Challenges

Area of Science:

• Gerontology
• Cardiology
• Public Health

Background:

• Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the primary global cause of mortality.
• Population aging is the main driver of the escalating CVD epidemic.
• Older adults frequently experience multimorbidity, impacting quality of life and increasing mortality.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review the current CVD burden in aging populations.
• To identify challenges in managing CVD in elderly individuals with multimorbidity.
• To highlight unmet needs in geriatric cardiovascular care.

Main Methods:

• Literature review and synthesis of existing studies.
• Analysis of epidemiological data on CVD and aging.
• Identification of trends and challenges in elderly CVD care.

Main Results:

• The CVD epidemic is significantly driven by an aging global population.
• Multimorbidity in the elderly exacerbates CVD impact, affecting daily living and survival.
• Existing reviews inadequately address the specific challenges of CVD care in this demographic.

Conclusions:

• Population aging presents a growing challenge for cardiovascular disease management.
• Elderly individuals with multimorbidity require specialized, integrated care approaches.
• Further research and tailored interventions are crucial for improving geriatric cardiovascular health outcomes.