Diagnosis and Treatment of Cardiovascular Diseases in the Elderly
A special issue of Journal of Clinical Medicine (ISSN 2077-0383). This special issue belongs to the section "Geriatric Medicine".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 February 2026 | Viewed by 9
Special Issue Editor
Interests: atrial fibrillation; heart failure; cardiac resynchronization therapy; catheter ablationmitral valve; aortic valve; coronary artery bypass; echocardiography; doppler echocardiography; defibrillators
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) remain the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the elderly population worldwide. Ageing is associated with progressive structural and functional changes in the cardiovascular system, as well as with the accumulation of comorbidities and polypharmacy, which complicate both diagnosis and treatment. This Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the latest advances, challenges, and strategies in the diagnosis, management, and prevention of CVDs in older adults.
Key topics will include age-related cardiovascular pathophysiology, the role of frailty and cognitive impairment in clinical decision-making, non-invasive and invasive diagnostic tools adapted for elderly patients, and tailored therapeutic approaches including pharmacological, interventional, and lifestyle interventions. Special attention will be paid to conditions such as heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF), atrial fibrillation, coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease, and hypertension in the elderly.
We welcome original research articles, reviews, and clinical perspectives that highlight innovative models of care, multidisciplinary approaches, and real-world data addressing the unique needs of the ageing population. By fostering knowledge exchange among geriatrics, cardiology, and internal medicine, this Special Issue aims to advance precision medicine and enhance cardiovascular outcomes for older patients.
Dr. Carmelo Massimiliano Rao
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- cardiovascular diseases
- elderly population
- diagnosis and management
- age-related pathophysiology
- frailty and cognitive impairment
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