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ArticleAging2024

Addressing frailty in older adults: an integrated challenge for health, science, and society.

Samuel Fernández-Carnero, Oliver Martínez-Pozas, Juan Nicolás Cuenca-Zaldívar, Eleuterio A Sánchez-Romero

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Article in Aging, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 21 papers, 1 of them a synthesis that pooled it.

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

21 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.

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  2. Caregiving experiences of older spouses with frailty: an exploratory qualitative study.International journal of qualitative studies on health and well-being · 2026
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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

4 authors.

Samuel Fernández-CarneroUniversidad de Alcalá, Facultad de Enfermería y Fisioterapia, Departamento de Fisioterapia, Grupo de Investigación en Fisioterapia y Dolor, Alcalá de Henares 28801, Spain.
Oliver Martínez-PozasInterdisciplinary Research Group on Musculoskeletal Disorders, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Universidad Europea de Madrid, Villaviciosa de Odón 28670, Spain.
Juan Nicolás Cuenca-ZaldívarUniversidad de Alcalá, Facultad de Enfermería y Fisioterapia, Departamento de Fisioterapia, Grupo de Investigación en Fisioterapia y Dolor, Alcalá de Henares 28801, Spain.
Eleuterio A Sánchez-RomeroInterdisciplinary Research Group on Musculoskeletal Disorders, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Universidad Europea de Madrid, Villaviciosa de Odón 28670, Spain.

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

introductionThe global shift towards an aging population presents significant challenges, particularly concerning frailty among older adults. Frailty, characterized by diminished strength and resilience, increases vulnerability to diseases and hospitalization. Health Issues: Traditional diagnostic tools for frailty are costly and involve radiation risks, necessitating non-invasive, cost-effective methods like ultrasound. Frail older adults require intensive medical care, increasing healthcare costs and burdening systems. Scientific Challenges: Research must adopt a multidimensional approach, considering physical, psychological, and social factors of frailty. There is a pressing need to develop accessible diagnostic tools and translate research findings into clinical practice. Integrating ultrasound with machine learning enhances diagnostic accuracy and predictive capabilities, facilitating personalized care. SOCIAL IMPLICATIONS: Frailty reduces the quality of life for older adults, places emotional and financial burdens on families, and exacerbates health inequalities. It also leads to social isolation, diminishing the participation of older adults in community activities. FUTURE DIRECTIONS: An integrated response involving public health policies, technological innovations, and education is necessary. Developing community health programs, implementing continuous health monitoring tools, and conducting awareness campaigns can significantly improve frailty management.

conclusionsTackling frailty is not only a health imperative but also a social and ethical responsibility. By addressing the intertwined health, scientific, and social challenges of frailty, we can ensure healthy and equitable aging for all, reflecting our commitment to improving the quality of life for older adults.

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Frail ElderlyFrailtyAgedAgingGeriatric AssessmentHumansQuality of Lifedependency burdenfrailtyhealth policysarcopeniaultrasound

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PMID39611815
PMCPMC11719113

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