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New Insight into Cardiovascular Disease in Elderly People

A special issue of Journal of Cardiovascular Development and Disease (ISSN 2308-3425). This special issue belongs to the section "Cardiovascular Clinical Research".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (31 July 2024) | Viewed by 4616

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Lorenzo Fácila

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Cardiology Department, General University Hospital of Valencia, 46014 Valencia, Spain
Interests: Cardiovascular disease; atrial fibrillation; anticoagulation; antiplatelet; ACS; CCS
Dr. Clara Bonanad

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Cardiology Department, Clinic University Hospital of Valencia, 46010 Valencia, Spain
Interests: cardiovascular disease; atrial fibrillation; frailty; elderly; inflammation; residual risk; anticoagulation; antiplatelet; ACS; CCS
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Dr. Albert Ariza-Sole

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1. Cardiology Department, Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge, L’Hospitalet de Llobregat, 08907 Barcelona, Spain
2. Bioheart Grup de Malalties Cardiovasculars, Institut d’Investigació Biomèdica de Bellvitge—IDIBELL, L’Hospitalet de Llobregat, 08908 Barcelona, Spain
Interests: Cardiovascular disease; atrial fibrillation; frailty; elderly; inflammation; residual risk; anticoagulation; antiplatelet; ACS; CCS
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Cardiovascular diseases are frequent among elderly patients. It is estimated that 70% of the population over 70 will develop cardiovascular diseases. People older than 65 are more likely to suffer acute coronary syndrome, experience a stroke, or develop coronary artery disease and heart failure. Heart disease is also the leading cause of mortality, disability, and deterioration of the quality of life of millions of older adults. The geriatric population has grown worldwide in recent decades because life expectancy has increased significantly. However, the aged population is underrepresented in clinical trials, and current clinical practice guidelines do not include specific recommendations. Elderly patients with cardiovascular disease present characteristics that may differ from the general population. They are also a heterogeneous group that ranges from robust and independent individuals to those who may experience additional complications such as polypharmacy, frailty, comorbidities, or inflammation.

Thus, in this Special Issue, we welcome contributions focused on various domains related to cardiovascular disease in the elderly, in order to improve the management of elderly patients with acute coronary syndrome and other cardiovascular diseases.

Dr. Lorenzo Fácila
Dr. Clara Bonanad
Dr. Albert Ariza-Sole
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • cardiovascular disease
  • atrial fibrillation
  • frailty
  • elderly
  • inflammation
  • residual risk
  • anticoagulation
  • antiplatelet
  • ACS
  • CCS

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Weight Change and Risk of Atherosclerosis Measured by Carotid Intima–Media Thickness (cIMT) from a Prospective Cohort—Analysis of the First-Wave Follow-Up Data of the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging (CLSA)
by Jian Liu, Newman Siu Kwan Sze, Miya Narushima and Deborah O’Leary
J. Cardiovasc. Dev. Dis. 2023, 10(10), 435; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcdd10100435 - 19 Oct 2023
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To explore impact of weight change (WC) on risk of atherosclerosis measured by cIMT, 20,700 participants from the CLSA follow-up were included in analysis. WC was defined as the difference of weight measured at follow-up and baseline, then quartered into four groups (Q1–Q4). [...] Read more.
To explore impact of weight change (WC) on risk of atherosclerosis measured by cIMT, 20,700 participants from the CLSA follow-up were included in analysis. WC was defined as the difference of weight measured at follow-up and baseline, then quartered into four groups (Q1–Q4). cIMT > 1.0 mm was defined as high risk for atherosclerosis. Adjusted odds ratio (OR (95% CI)) from logistic regression models were used to evaluate the association between WC and risk of atherosclerosis. At follow-up, participants had gained 0.118 kg weight, on average, and 16.4% of them were at high risk for atherosclerosis. The mean levels of cIMT were comparable between participants from Q1 to Q4. Compared to Q2 (reference), the ORs (95% CI) were 1.00 (0.86, 1.15), 1.19 (1.03,1.38), and 1.25 (1.08,1.45) for Q1, Q3, and Q4, respectively. A similar pattern was observed when analyses were conducted for ages < 65 vs. 65+ separately, but it was weaker for those aged 65+. Results from the jointed distribution analyses indicated that moderate weight loss might increase risk for atherosclerosis among participants with obese BMI at baseline, but not for those with cardiovascular event status at baseline. Weight gain, however, would increase risk for atherosclerosis regardless of cardiovascular event status, or overweight/obese BMI at baseline. Full article
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Educational Intervention Effects on Depression and Anxiety in Patients after Myocardial Infarction: A Randomized Controlled Trial
by Lazzat M. Zhamaliyeva, Damira G. Zhamankulova, Nurgul A. Abenova and Gulbakit K. Koshmaganbetova
J. Cardiovasc. Dev. Dis. 2023, 10(7), 267; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcdd10070267 - 22 Jun 2023
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Depression and anxiety in cardiovascular disease worsen the prognosis of patients. Treatments for these disorders often provide limited improvement. The present study aimed to test, for the first time, the impact of educational technology on anxiety and depressive symptoms in patients participating in [...] Read more.
Depression and anxiety in cardiovascular disease worsen the prognosis of patients. Treatments for these disorders often provide limited improvement. The present study aimed to test, for the first time, the impact of educational technology on anxiety and depressive symptoms in patients participating in a cardiac rehabilitation program. A 12-month randomized controlled trial was conducted, in which 207 patients were randomly assigned to either the experimental (n = 76) or control (n = 69) groups. The intervention involved a structured patient education program provided by medical students who had undergone specially designed training in cardiac rehabilitation. The primary outcomes were death, hospitalization, heart failure, and recurrent myocardial infarction. The study also assessed anxiety and depression. A year later, the experimental group showed a statistically significant decrease in anxiety and depression on the HADS scale, with reductions of 2.0 and 1.9 points, respectively (p < 0.05). The control group showed reductions of 1.5 and 1.2 points (p < 0.05). The difference in the Hamilton Rating Scale for Depression between the groups at 12 months was −1.29 in favor of the main group (95% CI, −0.7 to −1.88), and the standardized mean difference was 0.36 (95% CI, 0.03 to 0.69). No treatment-related adverse events were observed. The results suggest that educational interventions can have a positive impact on mental health. The study’s strengths include a structured intervention, randomization, and long-term follow-up. The limitations include the lack of blinding of study participants and a relatively small sample size. Full article
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Nutritional Interventions in Older Persons with Type 2 Diabetes and Frailty: A Scoping Systematic Review
by German C. Giraldo Gonzalez, Luz M. González Robledo, Isabel C. Jaimes Montaña, Angela M. Benjumea Salgado, Sayda M. Pico Fonseca, Marta J. Arismendi Solano and Claudia L. Valencia Rico
J. Cardiovasc. Dev. Dis. 2024, 11(9), 289; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcdd11090289 - 18 Sep 2024
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In the elderly, the coexistence of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and frailty is frequent. Much has been described about pharmacological management and glycemic control goals. However, there is a knowledge gap in terms of the objectives and characteristics of interventions, especially nutritional [...] Read more.
In the elderly, the coexistence of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and frailty is frequent. Much has been described about pharmacological management and glycemic control goals. However, there is a knowledge gap in terms of the objectives and characteristics of interventions, especially nutritional ones, for this population. A scoping review was performed to document the objectives, characteristics, and results of nutritional interventions in older people with T2DM and frailty. The five-stage framework of Arksey and O’Malley was used, as was the PRISMA extension for scoping reviews. The results stand out for three trends, as follows: (1) experimental studies with multicomponent intervention physical exercise programs and nutritional programs based on educational processes or behavioral intervention; (2) observational studies with an association of the kind of diet assessed by scales and their relation to stages of frailty; (3) a review that updates recommendations on pharmacological and non-pharmacological, diet, exercise, management, as well as glucose control goals for diabetes in frail older persons. Finally, the evidence shows that management of T2DM in older adults with frailty requires goals and interventions tailored to their functional capacity and health condition. The exercise, diet, and education programs reviewed have demonstrated their effectiveness in improving physical performance, reducing the risk of frailty or progression to more advanced stages, and achieving better glycemic control. Full article
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