Gender Differences in the Combined Effects of Cardiovascular Disease and Osteoarthritis on Progression to Functional Impairment in Older Mexican Americans

Conclusions:
Over time, the influence of COM on functional decline differs by specific combinations of COM and by gender. Aggregate COM scales obscure the biological and temporal heterogeneity in the effects of COM. Time-dependent-specific COMs better assess the development of impairment. Women experience a higher burden of functional impairment due to COM than men.

Source: Journals of Gerontology Series A: Biological Sciences and Medical Sciences - July 14, 2016 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Haan, M. N., Lee, A., Odden, M. C., Aiello, A. E., To, T. M., Neuhaus, J. M. Tags: Research Article Source Type: research