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[Gastrointestinal problems in elderly patients]

F M Reimann1, M Schreiber, L Lerche

  • 1Medizinische Klinik I, Bereich Gastroenterologie, Medizinische Universität zu Lübeck.

Zeitschrift Fur Gerontologie Und Geriatrie
|May 1, 1997
PubMed
Summary

Gastrointestinal diseases in the elderly, including stomach, liver, and colon cancers, are common. Early detection and minimally invasive procedures improve outcomes for conditions like constipation and hemorrhages.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Geriatrics
  • Internal Medicine

Context:

  • Gastrointestinal (GI) diseases present unique challenges in the elderly population.
  • Age-related physiological changes can influence disease presentation and management.
  • Understanding these specific GI issues is crucial for geriatric care.

Purpose:

  • To review common gastrointestinal problems in the elderly.
  • To highlight age-specific disease manifestations and diagnostic considerations.
  • To discuss current treatment approaches for geriatric GI conditions.

Summary:

  • Common GI issues in the elderly include bleeding ulcerations, gastric and hepatocellular carcinoma, pyogenic liver abscesses, and symptomatic cholelithiasis.
  • Constipation and incontinence are prevalent symptoms, while gastrointestinal hemorrhages often occur above the Treitz's ligament or from diverticles and angiodysplasias.

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  • Diverticulosis, inflammatory bowel disease, and colon carcinoma require careful consideration and diagnosis in older adults, with colon carcinoma being a leading cause of death.

    • Impact:

    • Provides a comprehensive overview of geriatric gastroenterology, aiding clinicians in diagnosis and treatment.
    • Emphasizes the importance of considering age-related factors in GI disease management.
    • Highlights the need for increased vigilance and early intervention for serious GI conditions in the elderly, such as colon cancer.