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Frailty, and why it’s important in cardiology
Mar 8, 2023
Dr Chris Wilkinson, a cardiologist from Hull York Medical School and the James Cook hospital, UK, discusses the concept of frailty and its importance in cardiology with Professor James Rudd. They explore the impact of frailty on health outcomes, strategies to reverse frailty in cardiovascular patients, and the challenges of integrating frailty assessments into treatment decisions.
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- Frailty assessment aids in managing cardiovascular disease by recognizing the complexity of multiple conditions in patients.
- Understanding frailty's impact allows for tailored interventions to improve patient outcomes and consider pre-illness functional levels.
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Importance of Frailty Assessment in Cardiovascular Disease Management
Frailty assessment plays a crucial role in managing cardiovascular disease, especially with the increasing prevalence of frailty among older adults and individuals with cardiovascular conditions. The concept of frailty helps cardiologists understand and address the complexity of managing multiple conditions in patients, emphasizing the need for a holistic approach to patient care.
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