Two-year evolution of frailty status and predictive factors in Chinese older adults: a national longitudinal study.

Jing Shi, Luyao Zhang, Yongkang Tao, Chao Gao, Yan Cen, Sainan Li, Ying Li, Botao Sang, Xiangfei Liu, Qinan Ma, Xuezai Zeng, Yan Zhang, Deping Liu

The Key Laboratory of Geriatrics, Beijing Institute of Geriatrics, Institute of Geriatric Medicine, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing Hospital, National Center of Gerontology of National Health Commission, Beijing, 100730, China.The Key Laboratory of Geriatrics, Beijing Institute of Geriatrics, Institute of Geriatric Medicine, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing Hospital, National Center of Gerontology of National Health Commission, Beijing, 100730, China. · pubmed

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Abstract

With the global aging population, frailty in older adults has emerged as a critical focus in health and aging research. As a dynamic and multifactorial process, the transition to frailty is shaped by not only biological factors but also a range of social, psychological, and environmental influences. Identifying the key factors that drive the progression of frailty is essential for developing preventive interventions for at-risk individuals and for implementing more effective health practices and healthcare strategies for older adults.

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Research summary

The paper investigates the evolution of frailty status and its predictive factors in older adults over two years. This research is relevant as it addresses the multifactorial nature of frailty, which is a significant aspect of aging and can inform preventive strategies to enhance longevity and health in older populations.

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