Frailty in Intermediate Care Facilities in Japan
Author Information
Author(s): Sakai Tomomichi, Visvanathan Renuka, Jadczak Agathe Daria, Umegaki Hiroyuki
Primary Institution: Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine
Hypothesis
The study aims to reveal the prevalence of frailty among residents in intermediate care facilities and identify associated factors.
Conclusion
The study found that a significant portion of residents were categorized as frail or most-frail, with specific health factors linked to higher frailty levels.
Supporting Evidence
- 5.7% of residents were non-frail, 33.8% were frail, and 60.4% were most-frail.
- Factors like the necessity of a dysphagia diet and dementia symptoms were significantly associated with being most-frail.
Takeaway
In Japan, many older adults in care facilities are frail, and certain health issues make them even frailer.
Methodology
This retrospective and cross-sectional study used data from 4 intermediate care facilities to assess frailty among residents aged 65 and older.
Participant Demographics
Mean age of participants was 85.9 years, with 63.7% being female.
Statistical Information
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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