Social inequalities in the impact of falls on health-related quality of life among older adults. / Desigualdades sociais do impacto das quedas de idosos na qualidade de vida relacionada à saúde.

The aim of the present study was to determine the association between falls and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) among older adults considering different demographic and socioeconomic characteristics. This study was developed with data from the Household Health Survey conducted in the city of Campinas, Brazil, in 2014 and 2015. HRQoL was investigated using the eight domains and two components of the SF-36 questionnaire. Simple and multiple linear regression analyses were performed with the aid of the Stata 15.0 program to determine the association between falls and HRQoL according to sex, age, income and schooling. Significant declines in the scores of the physical functioning, role physical and bodily pain domains as well as the physical component were found among women (not men) and individuals with a lower income. Among individuals aged 75 years or older and those with less schooling, declines occurred in these same domains as well as in the role emotional and mental health domains. The results reveal that the impact of falls on HRQoL differs depending on the socioeconomic and demographic characteristics of older adults, indicating that specific care strategies should target more vulnerable subgroups, with attention given to emotional aspects.

Prevalence of self-reported morbidities and associated factors among community-dwelling elderly in Uberaba, Minas Gerais, Brazil. / Prevalência de morbidades autorreferidas e fatores associados entre idosos comunitários de Uberaba, Minas Gerais, Brasil.

This study aimed to verify the prevalence and socioeconomic and health factors associated with morbidity among community-dwelling elderly. This is an analytical and cross-sectional survey conducted in 2012 with 1,691 elderly from Uberaba-MG. A tool structured for socioeconomic data and self-reported morbidities was used along with the Abbreviated Geriatric Depression, Katz and Lawton-Brody scales. We proceeded to a descriptive analysis and linear regression (p < 0.05). A high percentage (88.3%) of elderly reported two or more morbidities, with higher prevalence for systemic arterial hypertension (61.9%) and back problems (48.6%). Female gender (ß = 0.216; p< 0.001), functional disability in basic (ß = 0.240; p < 0.001) and instrumental activities of daily living (ß = 0.120; p < 0.001) and indicative of depression (ß = 0.209; p < 0.001) were associated with the highest number of morbidities. The presence of two or more comorbidities and the association with socioeconomic and health variables show the need for monitoring and control actions of the factors that interfere in the elderly in this condition.

Objetivou-se verificar a prevalência e os fatores socioeconômicos e de saúde associados a morbidades autorreferidas entre idosos da comunidade. Inquérito analítico e transversal, conduzido em 2012 com 1.691 idosos de Uberaba-MG. Utilizou-se instrumento estruturado para os dados socioeconômicos e morbidades autorreferidas; e Escalas (Depressão Geriátrica Abreviada, Katz e Lawton e Brody). Procedeu-se às análises descritivas e regressão linear (p < 0,05). Maior percentual (88,3%) de idosos referiram duas ou mais morbidades, com maior prevalência para hipertensão arterial sistêmica (61,9%) e problemas de coluna (48,6%). Foram associados ao maior número de morbidades: sexo feminino (ß = 0,216; p < 0,001), incapacidade funcional para atividades básicas (ß = 0,240; p < 0,001) e instrumentais (ß = 0,120; p < 0,001) de vida diária e indicativo de depressão (ß = 0,209; p < 0,001). A presença de duas ou mais morbidades e a associação com variáveis socioeconômicas e de saúde demonstram a necessidade de ações de monitoramento e controle desses fatores entre idosos nessa condição.

Prevalência de morbidades autorreferidas e fatores associados entre idosos comunitários de Uberaba, Minas Gerais, Brasil / Prevalence of self-reported morbidities and associated factors among community-dwelling elderly in Uberaba, Minas Gerais, Brazil

Resumo Objetivou-se verificar a prevalência e os fatores socioeconômicos e de saúde associados a morbidades autorreferidas entre idosos da comunidade. Inquérito analítico e transversal, conduzido em 2012 com 1.691 idosos de Uberaba-MG. Utilizou-se instrumento estruturado para os dados socioeconômicos e morbidades autorreferidas; e Escalas (Depressão Geriátrica Abreviada, Katz e Lawton e Brody). Procedeu-se às análises descritivas e regressão linear (p < 0,05). Maior percentual (88,3%) de idosos referiram duas ou mais morbidades, com maior prevalência para hipertensão arterial sistêmica (61,9%) e problemas de coluna (48,6%). Foram associados ao maior número de morbidades: sexo feminino (β = 0,216; p < 0,001), incapacidade funcional para atividades básicas (β = 0,240; p < 0,001) e instrumentais (β = 0,120; p < 0,001) de vida diária e indicativo de depressão (β = 0,209; p < 0,001). A presença de duas ou mais morbidades e a associação com variáveis socioeconômicas e de saúde demonstram a necessidade de ações de monitoramento e controle desses fatores entre idosos nessa condição.

Abstract This study aimed to verify the prevalence and socioeconomic and health factors associated with morbidity among community-dwelling elderly. This is an analytical and cross-sectional survey conducted in 2012 with 1,691 elderly from Uberaba-MG. A tool structured for socioeconomic data and self-reported morbidities was used along with the Abbreviated Geriatric Depression, Katz and Lawton-Brody scales. We proceeded to a descriptive analysis and linear regression (p < 0.05). A high percentage (88.3%) of elderly reported two or more morbidities, with higher prevalence for systemic arterial hypertension (61.9%) and back problems (48.6%). Female gender (β = 0.216; p< 0.001), functional disability in basic (β = 0.240; p < 0.001) and instrumental activities of daily living (β = 0.120; p < 0.001) and indicative of depression (β = 0.209; p < 0.001) were associated with the highest number of morbidities. The presence of two or more comorbidities and the association with socioeconomic and health variables show the need for monitoring and control actions of the factors that interfere in the elderly in this condition.

Quality of life and self-esteem among the elderly in the community. / Qualidade de vida e autoestima de idosos na comunidade.

This study sought to investigate the association between the scores for quality of life (QoL) and self-esteem among the elderly in an urban community. A cross-sectional, quantitative and analytical household survey was conducted with 1,691 elderly persons resident in an urban area in a county in Minas Gerais state. The World Health Organization Quality of Life BREF (WHOQOL-BREF), the World Health Organization Quality of Life OLD (WHOQOL-OLD) questionnaires and the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale were used in this study. A descriptive statistical analysis and a linear regression model (p < 0.05) were conducted. The results revealed that the social relationships domain (71.19) and the topic of death and dying (74.30) had the highest mean scores among the elderly; while the lowest mean scores were the environment domain (60.39) and the topic of social participation (63.06). The self-esteem scores showed an average of 9.36 ± 4.09. Associations were evident for the lower scores of quality of life in all the WHOQOL-BREF domains and WHOQOL-OLD aspects (except death and dying) with lower levels of self-esteem (p <0.001). The results provide data that contribute to a better understanding of the aspects that influence the QoL of the elderly due to reduced self-esteem, thus providing information for the development of health strategies.

Qualidade de vida e autoestima de idosos na comunidade / Quality of life and self-esteem among the elderly in the community

Resumo Objetivou-se verificar a associação entre os escores de qualidade de vida e autoestima em idosos na comunidade. Inquérito domiciliar, transversal, observacional e analítico, conduzido com 1.691 idosos residentes em área urbana de um município no interior de Minas Gerais. Foram utilizados os instrumentos World Health Organization Quality of Life Bref (Whoqol-Bref), World Health Organization Quality of Life Old (Whoqol-Old) e a Escala de Autoestima de Rosenberg. Procedeu-se à análise estatística descritiva e modelo de regressão linear (p < 0,05). Constatou-se que o domínio relações sociais (71,19) e a faceta morte e morrer (74,30) apresentaram os maiores escores médios entre os idosos; enquanto os menores foram observados no domínio meio ambiente (60,39) e na faceta participação social (63,06). Os escores de autoestima apresentaram média de 9,36 ± 4,09. Os menores escores de qualidade de vida em todos os domínios do Whoqol-Bref e das facetas do Whoqol-Old (exceto morte e morrer) associaram-se com os piores níveis de autoestima (p < 0,001). Os resultados encontrados fornecem informações para a elaboração de ações em saúde a partir da compreensão dos aspectos que influenciam na QV de idosos devido à redução da autoestima.

Abstract This study sought to investigate the association between the scores for quality of life (QoL) and self-esteem among the elderly in an urban community. A cross-sectional, quantitative and analytical household survey was conducted with 1,691 elderly persons resident in an urban area in a county in Minas Gerais state. The World Health Organization Quality of Life BREF (WHOQOL-BREF), the World Health Organization Quality of Life OLD (WHOQOL-OLD) questionnaires and the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale were used in this study. A descriptive statistical analysis and a linear regression model (p < 0.05) were conducted. The results revealed that the social relationships domain (71.19) and the topic of death and dying (74.30) had the highest mean scores among the elderly; while the lowest mean scores were the environment domain (60.39) and the topic of social participation (63.06). The self-esteem scores showed an average of 9.36 ± 4.09. Associations were evident for the lower scores of quality of life in all the WHOQOL-BREF domains and WHOQOL-OLD aspects (except death and dying) with lower levels of self-esteem (p <0.001). The results provide data that contribute to a better understanding of the aspects that influence the QoL of the elderly due to reduced self-esteem, thus providing information for the development of health strategies.

Association of socioeconomic and clinical variables with the state of frailty among older inpatients / Associação das variáveis socioeconômicas e clínicas com o estado de fragilidade entre idosos hospitalizados / Asociación de variables socioeconómicas y clínicas con el estado de fragilidad en personas mayores hospitalizadas

Objectives: to identify the prevalence of frailty among inpatient older adults in a clinical hospital and check the association of the socioeconomic and clinical characteristics with the state of frailty. Method: observational, cross-sectional and analytical study, conducted with 255 hospitalized patients. Materials used: structured instrument for the economical and clinical data and frailty phenotype of Fried. Descriptive and bivariate statistical analysis was carried out and, by means of chi-square tests and ANOVA One-way (p<0.05). Results: the prevalence of frailty corresponded to 26.3%, while pre-frailty represented 53.3%. The highest proportion of frail seniors was identified for 80 years or older (p = 0.004), widowed (p = 0.035) and with the highest average length of stay (p = 0.006). Conclusion: inpatient older adults presented high percentages of frail states associated with socioeconomic variables and hospitalization period. The identification of the health conditions related to pre-frailty and frailty can foster the planning and implementation of the assistance to older adults in this context.

Objetivos: identificar a prevalência de fragilidade entre idosos internados em um Hospital de Clínicas e verificar a associação das características socioeconômicas e clínicas com o estado de fragilidade. Método: estudo observacional, analítico e transversal, conduzido com 255 idosos hospitalizados. Utilizaram-se: instrumento estruturado para os dados socioeconômicos e clínicos e fenótipo de fragilidade de Fried. Realizou-se análise estatística descritiva e bivariada, por meio dos testes quiquadrado e ANOVA One-way (p<0,05). Resultados: a prevalência de fragilidade correspondeu a 26,3%, enquanto a pré-fragilidade representou 53,3%. Constatou-se maior proporção de idosos frágeis com 80 anos ou mais (p=0,004), viúvos (p=0,035) e com maior média de dias de internação (p=0,006). Conclusão: idosos internados apresentaram elevados percentuais dos estados de fragilidade associados às variáveis socioeconômicas e tempo de internação. A identificação das condições de saúde relacionadas à pré-fragilidade e fragilidade pode favorecer o planejamento e implementação da assistência ao idoso neste contexto.

Objetivos: identificar la prevalencia de fragilidad entre ancianos ingresados en un Hospital de Clínicas y verificar la asociación de las características socioeconómicas y clínicas con el estado de fragilidad. Método: estudio observacional, analítico y transversal, conducido con 255 ancianos hospitalizados. Se utilizaron: instrumento estructurado para los datos socioeconómicos y clínicos y fenotipo de fragilidad de Fried. Se realizó análisis estadístico descriptivo y bivariado, por medio de las pruebas de Chi-cuadrado y ANOVA One-way (p<0,05). Resultados: la prevalencia de fragilidad correspondió al 26,3%, mientras la pre-fragilidad representó 53,3%. Se constató mayor proporción de ancianos frágiles con 80 años o más (p=0,004), viudos (p=0,035) y con mayor media de días de internación (p=0,006). Conclusión: ancianos ingresados presentaron elevados porcentuales de los estados de fragilidad asociados a las variables socioeconómicas y tiempo de internación. La identificación de las condiciones de salud relacionadas a la pre-fragilidad y fragilidad puede favorecer la planificación e implementación de la asistencia al anciano en este contexto.