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Investigate the emergence, determinants, and adverse clinical consequences of frailty as a geriatric syndrome in older women.

Frailty: Emergence and Consequences in Women Aged 65 and Older in the Women's Health Initiative Observational Study

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Investigate the emergence, determinants, and adverse clinical consequences of frailty as a geriatric syndrome in older women.
Analyzed prospective cohort data from the Women's Health Initiative Observational Study.
Evaluated women aged 65 and older for baseline behavioral, physical, and psychological factors associated with frailty progression.
Frailty demonstrated strong predictive value as a geriatric syndrome linked to multiple adverse health outcomes.
Underweight, obesity, smoking, and depressive symptoms showed significant, robust associations with the development of frailty.

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Observational study reveals key risk factors and adverse outcomes of frailty in older women, highlighting clear targets for clinical prevention.

Woods et al. (2005) studied this question.

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Observational study reveals key risk factors and adverse outcomes of frailty in older women, highlighting clear targets for clinical prevention.