| Literature DB >> 22108734 |
James B Strait1, Edward G Lakatta.
Abstract
Aging represents a convergence of declining cardioprotective systems and increasing disease processes that is fertile ground for the development of heart failure. Fifty percent of all heart failure diagnoses and 90% of all heart failure deaths occur in individuals older than 70. This article discusses the microscopic and macroscopic changes in cardiovascular structure, function, protective systems, and disease associated with aging. In addition to outlining important clinical considerations and conditions in older persons, the link between normal aging and the elevated risk for development of stage B heart failure is explained and potential therapeutic pathways are highlighted. Published by Elsevier Inc.Entities:
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Year: 2012 PMID: 22108734 PMCID: PMC3223374 DOI: 10.1016/j.hfc.2011.08.011
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Heart Fail Clin ISSN: 1551-7136 Impact factor: 3.179