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2013, Number 607

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Rev Med Cos Cen 2013; 70 (607)

Implicaciones clínicas en adultos mayores según su peso

Chan GK

Language: Spanish
References: 10
Page: 445-448
PDF size: 164.50 Kb.


ABSTRACT

Aging is a complex process that involves changes in molecular, cellular, physiological and psychological aspects. Elderly people are a growing population. Changes in values in our modern society put them on a scale of low social status and their attendance is the responsibility of the state, the family and society. The high body mass index has a greater risk of death from cardiovascular, respiratory, cancer and diabetes. A low BMI in the elderly also increases overall mortality and may be influenced by many different factors. Its proper evaluation includes the economic and social situation of the patient, medical history besides anthropometric measurements. Nutrition plays a major role in the aging process by modulating the functions of various organs and tissues. Often economic, functional and psychosocial factors negatively influence the nutritional status of the elderly. It requires the coordination of policies for a healthier old age. The demands of the elderly should not be resolved when health problems are in place, they should be resolved before.


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