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This review aims to identify and synthesize the unmet needs of older spousal caregivers for adults with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in a context of dual ageing.

March 6, 2026BMC GeriatricsOpen Access

Unmet needs of older spousal caregivers for older adults with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in the context of dual ageing: a scoping review

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HXHan XuShanxi Medical University XHXiaojuan HanShanxi Medical University YLYawen LiShanxi Medical University

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A scoping review maps unmet needs of older spousal caregivers for older adults with COPD, emphasizing age-sensitive care approaches.

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This review aims to identify and synthesize the unmet needs of older spousal caregivers for adults with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in a context of dual ageing.
Conducted a scoping review following Arksey and O’Malley’s framework.
Reviewed qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods studies focusing on older caregivers of COPD patients.
Performed a comprehensive search across ten databases in English and Chinese languages.
Synthesized data using a narrative approach, mapping needs with the ICF framework.
Eighteen studies were included in the review.
Identified six categories of multidimensional unmet needs including emotional support and healthcare communication.
Needs were influenced by caregiving demands, ageing vulnerabilities, and spousal interdependence.
Findings indicate the necessity for caregiver-inclusive approaches in health and social care systems.

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Xu et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69aa7087531e4c4a9ff5a6d7 https://doi.org/10.1186/s12877-026-07266-4

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