Key result
Silent myocardial ischemia significantly increased the risk of losing physical independence in older adults compared to those without the condition (OR 1.486).
Why the study?
The study was conducted to examine the effect of silent myocardial ischemia on functional fitness levels and physical independence in 60–79-year-old individuals.
Does silent myocardial ischemia reduce functional fitness and physical independence in 60-79-year-old adults?
Cross-Sectional (n=716)
Does silent myocardial ischemia reduce functional fitness and physical independence in 60-79-year-old adults?
Silent myocardial ischemia is associated with reduced physical fitness and a higher risk of losing physical independence in older adults.
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Hypothesis-generating for SMI and functional decline; prospective studies needed before any screening or practice changes.
Objective: We examined the effect of silent myocardial ischemia (SMI) on functional fitness levels and physical independence in 60-79-year-old individuals. Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional study with 716 older adults and used an electrocardiograph and an ambulatory electrocardiogram to diagnose those with SMI. Physical independence was assessed using the Composite Physical Function scale, whereas physical fitness was assessed using the Senior Fitness Test battery. Conclusion: This study showed that individuals with SMI have lower fitness levels and increased risk of losing physical independence than those without SMI.
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Cao et al. (2019) conducted a cross-sectional in Silent myocardial ischemia (n=716). Silent myocardial ischemia vs. No silent myocardial ischemia was evaluated on Risk of losing physical independence (OR 1.486, 95% CI 1.023-2.157, p=0.037). Silent myocardial ischemia significantly increased the risk of losing physical independence in older adults compared to those without the condition (OR 1.486).
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