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A better understanding of ‘active life expectancy’ in older adults

Last updated: April 12, 2025 9:28 am
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As older adults age, their top priority is to maintain their independence in daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and walking. However, there is still much to learn about the factors that contribute to disability in this population. A recent study conducted by researchers at Yale University delved into the differences in active and disabled life expectancy among older individuals who experience illness and injury.

Active life expectancy refers to the number of years a person is expected to live without disability, while disabled life expectancy represents the years in which assistance is needed to perform daily tasks. Both these factors combined determine total life expectancy.

Dr. Thomas Gill, the lead author of the study and a professor at Yale School of Medicine, highlighted that age, cognitive impairment, and physical frailty do not directly lead to disability. The study aimed to expand on previous research showing that hospitalizations due to illness or injury have a more significant impact on older adults’ functions than just aging.

Using data from the Yale Precipitating Events Project, which tracks the functional status of older adults over more than two decades, the researchers found that active life expectancy decreased as the number of hospital admissions increased for critical illness and major nonelective surgery. However, elective surgery did not have the same effect on active life expectancy.

Dr. Lauren Ferrante, a co-author of the study, emphasized the importance of maintaining independent function among older adults and how understanding the health events that impact active and disabled life expectancy can guide post-hospitalization interventions.

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The findings suggest that serious illnesses and injuries significantly reduce active life expectancy in individuals over 70. Dr. Gill mentioned various strategies to prevent disability, such as vaccination against infections, managing chronic conditions, and preventing falls. Additionally, interventions like preventing delirium and mobilizing older patients during hospital stays can help reduce prolonged disability.

Ultimately, the goal is to help older adults maintain their functional independence and avoid spending a large portion of their remaining life disabled. By addressing individual and systemic factors that contribute to disability, there are ample opportunities to improve the quality of life for older adults.

For those interested in more details, the study titled “Critical Illness, Major Surgery, and Other Hospitalizations and Active and Disabled Life Expectancy” can be accessed in JAMA Network Open. The research sheds light on the importance of understanding active life expectancy in older adults and the potential interventions to support healthy aging.

This insightful study was conducted by researchers at Yale University and provides valuable insights into promoting independence and quality of life for older adults.

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