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October 22, 2025Open Access

Assessment and Clinical Interventions in Long-Lived Elderly People in the Community: An Analysis of Care From 80 Years Onward

ISIvanilde Dos Santos Silva FFFabiane Coelho Farias WSWalquíria Lene dos SantosUniversidade do Planalto Catarinense

Key Points

Multidisciplinary interventions improved quality of life for long-lived elderly, highlighting care needs for those 80+ years old.
A systematic literature review followed the PRISMA protocol, analyzing studies from multiple scientific databases.
Specific clinical characteristics included higher rates of functional dependence and cognitive decline among long-lived elderly.
Effective interventions are vital for personalized care, aiding the long-lived elderly in coping with socioeconomic vulnerabilities.

Abstract

Objective: This study examined clinical interventions applied to long-lived elderly (80 years or older) residing in the community, seeking to identify their specific needs and propose improvements in health services in the face of accelerated global population aging. Theoretical Framework: The research is grounded in the concept of population aging as an accelerated global phenomenon, with emphasis on the long-lived population (80+ years). It builds upon theories of comprehensive geriatric assessment, multidisciplinary care approaches, and community intervention models for elderly individuals with specific needs. Method: A systematic literature review was conducted following the PRISMA protocol. Data collection occurred in relevant scientific databases: PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, SciELO, and Google Scholar, with subsequent systematic analysis of the selected studies. Results and Conclusion: The results revealed specific clinical characteristics of long-lived elderly, including higher prevalence of functional dependence, cognitive decline, malnutrition, and socioeconomic vulnerability. Multidisciplinary interventions (nutritional assessment, physical exercise programs, and social support) demonstrated efficacy in improving quality of life. The study concludes that care for long-lived elderly requires a personalized and integrated approach, considering biopsychosocial aspects. Research Implications: The study contributes to clinical practice by identifying effective interventions for long-lived elderly, offering guidelines for healthcare professionals. Academically, it fills gaps in the literature regarding the specific needs of this population. Socially, it provides support for the development of more adequate public policies for the care of long-lived elderly in the community. Originality/Value: The research advances knowledge about specific interventions for community-dwelling long-lived elderly, a group frequently neglected in geriatric studies. Its value lies in the systematization of evidence on effective approaches, contributing to the improvement of health management practices and promoting aging with higher quality of life.

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