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[Geriatric digestive pathology]

O Estremadoyro Robles1

  • 1Dpto. de Medicina de la UNSA, Hospital Regional Honorio Delgado de Arequipa.

Revista De Gastroenterologia Del Peru : Organo Oficial De La Sociedad De Gastroenterologia Del Peru
|January 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary

This study analyzed digestive disease prevalence in 438 older adults. Gastroduodenal pathology was the most common, affecting over half of the patients studied.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Digestive diseases are common in older adults.
  • Understanding disease frequency is crucial for geriatric care.
  • Previous studies have varied in scope and population.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the frequency of various digestive diseases in patients over 60 years old.
  • To identify the most prevalent gastrointestinal conditions in this demographic.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective analysis of 438 patients aged 60 and above.
  • Data collection on diagnosed digestive diseases including gastroduodenal, colonic, intestinal, and others.

Main Results:

  • Gastroduodenal pathology was the most frequent diagnosis at 53%.
  • Colonic diseases (34%) and intestinal issues (25.7%) were also highly prevalent.
  • Other conditions included intestinal parasitosis (24%), anorectal diseases (19%), and esophageal (17%).

Conclusions:

  • Digestive diseases, particularly gastroduodenal pathology, are highly prevalent in individuals over 60.
  • This highlights the need for targeted screening and management strategies for geriatric gastrointestinal health.

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