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Cardiac disease in the elderly population

L A Cannon1, J M Marshall

  • 1Michigan State University, Lansing.

Clinics in Geriatric Medicine
|August 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

Cardiovascular disease is a major cause of death in older adults. This review covers cardiac physiology, heart attack, heart failure, and valve replacement complications in the elderly.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Cardiology
  • Internal Medicine

Background:

  • Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the elderly.
  • Age-related changes in cardiac physiology can predispose older adults to various cardiovascular conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review cardiac physiology in the elderly population.
  • To discuss acute presentations of common cardiovascular diseases in older adults.
  • To highlight complications associated with valve replacement surgery.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of cardiac physiology and cardiovascular diseases in the elderly.
  • Discussion of clinical presentations and management strategies.

Main Results:

  • Aging affects cardiac structure and function, influencing disease presentation.
  • Myocardial ischemia, infarction, and congestive heart failure are common acute events.
  • Vascular dysfunction and complications post-valve replacement require careful consideration.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding age-related cardiac changes is crucial for diagnosing and managing cardiovascular disease in the elderly.
  • Prompt recognition and management of acute cardiovascular events are essential for improving outcomes.
  • Careful monitoring and management are necessary for patients undergoing valve replacement.

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