Abstract
Frailty is a geriatric syndrome that is accompanied by a greater degree of influence by varied stressors. It increases the speed of deterioration, morbidity and mortality. Frailty is generated by numerous factors that co-exist to generate a combined effect. Various instruments have been used to screen frailty in both the office setting and in the community. History taking and examination provide a timetested way of evaluating the causes. A comprehensive geriatric assessment with a multidisciplinary approach has been shown to facilitate this. Individualised physical and nutritional therapy with correction of causative conditions are important management strategies.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.4038/jccp.v54i1.8000 | Journal eISSN: 2448-9514
Language: English
Page range: 66 - 71
Published on: Jul 18, 2023
Published by: Ceylon College of Physicians
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
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© 2023 F. H. D. S. Silva, R. M. R. H. Munasinghe, U. Ramadasa, published by Ceylon College of Physicians
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