Heart and longevity — clinical and instrumental features

Abstract

Aim. Due to the leading position of cardiovascular disease in the mortality and morbidity structure, it is important to investigate specific cardiovascular system features in the long-living elderly. Material and methods. In total, 200 long-living Saratov citizens were examined, 161 as out-patients and 39 as inpatients. Results. The clinical parameters of senile heart were identified, as well as the main characteristics of cardiac rhythm and conductive system in long-living individuals. Specific features of the heart failure clinical course were described. Conclusion. InSaratov citizens, the main medical and social predictors of longevity included female gender, regular physical activity, moderation-focussed lifestyle, absence of alcohol abuse or smoking, and positive personality

Keywords

• сенильное сердце
• долгожительство
• патоморфоз сердечно-сосудистой патологии у пожилых