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[Iatrogenic hypotension in the aged].

D Michel

    Fortschritte Der Medizin
    |September 1, 1983
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Hypotension in older adults, including orthostatic dysfunction and vascular stenosis, poses significant risks. Careful drug selection is crucial to prevent dangerous drug-induced hypotension and manage multimorbidity effectively.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gerontology
    • Cardiovascular Medicine
    • Clinical Pharmacology

    Context:

    • Hypotensive states are a significant concern in the elderly population.
    • These can manifest as orthostatic hypotension or focal hypotension due to vascular stenoses.
    • The interplay of multimorbidity, age-related circulatory dysfunction, and vasoactive medications presents a considerable danger.

    Purpose:

    • To highlight the implications of hypotensive states in old age.
    • To underscore the risks associated with drug-induced hypotension in geriatric patients.
    • To emphasize the imperative for accurate drug indication in elderly patients receiving antihypertensive or drugs with hypotensive side effects.

    Summary:

    • Hypotensive states, including orthostatic dysfunction and hypotension from vascular stenoses, have serious implications in older adults.

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  • The combination of diseases, age-related circulatory issues, and medications can lead to severe complications, such as persistent organic lesions.
  • Drug-induced hypotension in the elderly can precipitate emergency situations, necessitating precise drug selection and indication.

    • Impact:

    • Informing geriatric care providers about the risks of hypotension in elderly patients.
    • Guiding clinical decisions on medication management for older adults with cardiovascular conditions.
    • Reducing adverse events and improving patient safety in geriatric pharmacotherapy.