Calculating the Rate of Senescence From Mortality Data: An Analysis of Data From the ERA-EDTA Registry

In conclusion, the rate of senescence can be calculated directly from non-modeled mortality rates, overcoming the disadvantages of an indirect estimation based on modeled mortality rates.

Source: Journals of Gerontology Series A: Biological Sciences and Medical Sciences - March 7, 2016 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Koopman, J. J. E., Rozing, M. P., Kramer, A., Abad, J. M., Finne, P., Heaf, J. G., Hoitsma, A. J., De Meester, J. M. J., Palsson, R., Postorino, M., Ravani, P., Wanner, C., Jager, K. J., van Bodegom, D., Westendorp, R. G. J. Tags: Original Article Source Type: research