Author:
Morales-Servin Aimee C.,Alvarado-Gutiérrez Teresa,Vega-Blancas Juan L.
Abstract
Objective: To analyze the prevalence of neuropathy associated with frailty in geriatric patients attending the Family Medicine Unit (umf) No. 31. Methods: An analytical cross-sectional study, a sample of 368 patients was obtained using the finite population formula, then non-probability sampling by quota was performed. Patients over 65 years of age at fmu No. 31 of the Mexican Institute of Social Security were evaluated, and the presence of neuropathic pain and frailty syndrome were analyzed using the dn 4 and Fried questionnaires, respectively; their association was evaluated using inferential statistics. Results: Neuropathy was identified in 69.56% of patients, and frailty in 77.4%. There was a concurrence of the two entities in 64.40%. Conclusion: There is a high prevalence of patients with frailty syndrome and neuropathy. These findings suggest a significant association between neuropathy and frailty in this population, emphasizing the importance of considering both aspects in the care of this age group.
Publisher
Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico
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