Naslov
Therapeutic challenges in the mature patient

Autori
Bukvić Mokos, Zrinka ; Jović, Anamaria ; Čeović, Romana ; Kostović, Krešimir ; Mokos, Ivica ; Marinović, Branka

Izvornik
Clinics in dermatology (0738-081X) 36 (2018), 2; 128-139

Vrsta, podvrsta i kategorija rada
Radovi u časopisima, pregledni rad, znanstveni

Ključne riječi
geriatric health ; age-related skin disorders ; dermatopharmacology

Sažetak
With the tremendous increase in the proportion of seniors in the global population, geriatric health care has become of greater interest and concern. Increased emphasis on geriatric medicine, along with the growth in the development of age-related skin disorders, has led to particular attention for geriatric, dermatology and dermatopharmacology. An aging population has brought many therapeutic challenges that we need to recognize and overcome by applying geropharmacologic principles. The purpose of this paper is to inform dermatologists of the age- related changes in the pharmacokinetics of common dermatologic drugs, their various interactions potentially occurring in the elderly, and the principles and evidence-based strategies for detection, management, and prevention to improve medication adherence. By implementing these principles and strategies, we can ensure the best and the safest treatment to promote the desired therapeutic outcome and improved quality of life for this fragile subpopulation.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Kliničke medicinske znanosti

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