Identifying Multimorbidity Risks in Older Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Cho Jinmyoung, Wang Wenjin, Zubatsky Max, Gibson Allison, Berg-Weger Marla
Primary Institution: Saint Louis University School of Medicine
Hypothesis
Can the Rapid Geriatric Assessment tool effectively identify risk factors for multimorbidity in older adults?
Conclusion
The study found that the Rapid Geriatric Assessment tool is effective in identifying multimorbidity risks among older adults.
Supporting Evidence
- Approximately one in two older adults in the U.S. experiences multimorbidity.
- Nearly 40% of the participants reported having five or more illnesses.
- Sarcopenia, geriatric anorexia, and dementia were significantly associated with multimorbidity.
Takeaway
Many older people have multiple health problems, and this study shows a tool that can help find out who is at risk.
Methodology
The study used logistic regression analysis on data from the Rapid Geriatric Assessment tool administered to older adults.
Participant Demographics
Individuals aged 65 years and over across Missouri.
Statistical Information
P-Value
<0.001
Confidence Interval
[3.488 – 4.156], [1.224 – 1.443], [1.158 – 1.401]
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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