Respiratory Infections in the Aging Lung: Implications for Diagnosis, Therapy, and Prevention

Overview

Journal Aging Dis

Specialty Geriatrics

Date 2023 May 10

PMID 37163442

Authors

Antje Hader

Nilay Kose-Vogel

Luise Schulz

Lucja Mlynska

Franziska Hornung

Stefan Hagel

Ulf Teichgraber

Susanne M Lang

Mathias W Pletz

Claude Jourdan Le Saux

Bettina Loffler

Stefanie Deinhardt-Emmer

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Abstract

Respiratory infections pose a significant health problem among elderly individuals, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. The increased mortality and morbidity rates among individuals over 65 highlight the criticality of these infections. The normal aging process in the lungs increases vulnerability to respiratory infections due to the accumulation of cellular damage and senescence. Consequently, the lung environment undergoes major changes in mechanical function and other systemic factors. This review aims to examine the influence of aging on respiratory infections from a clinical perspective by analyzing clinical studies. Additionally, the review will emphasize potential prevention and diagnostic developments to enhance therapy options available for elderly patients over 65 years of age.

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