ArticleArchives of gerontology and geriatrics2023
Obesity, multiple chronic conditions, and the relationship with physical function: Data from the national health and aging trends survey.
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Abstract
backgroundThe population of older adults living with multiple chronic conditions (MCC) continues to grow. MCC is independently associated with functional limitation and obesity. The aim of our study was to evaluate the association between obesity and MCC, and secondarily, the combined presence of obesity and functional limitations with MCC.
methodsWe analyzed cross-sectional survey data from the National Health and Aging Trends Survey (NHATS) 2011 baseline data, a nationally representative Medicare beneficiary cohort of adults in the United States. We evaluated the coexistent prevalence of obesity and MCC overall, and by standard body mass index (BMI) categories. We then evaluated the prevalence of functional limitations (mobility, self-care, and household activities) and Fried-defined frailty status in persons with a BMI ≥ 30 kg/m
resultsIn the 6,600 participants, the prevalence of concurrent obesity and MCC was 30.4%. Of those with obesity, the prevalence of MCC was 84.0%, and were more likely to have MCC (adjusted OR: 2.17, 95% CI 1.86, 2.54) compared to a normal BMI. Obesity and functional limitations or frailty were more likely have MCC than individuals with obesity alone.
conclusionsWe found that individuals with obesity is strongly associated with MCC and that functional limitations and frailty status have a greater association with having MCC than individuals with obesity without MCC. Future longitudinal analyses are needed to ascertain this relationship.
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