The impact of oral frailty and quality of life on gastrointestinal function in middle-aged and elderly patients: a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT: In the context of global aging, oral frailty and gastrointestinal dysfunction are common and often interacting conditions in the middle-aged and elderly, yet their relationship warrants further investigation. This study investigates the impact of oral frailty and quality of life on gastrointestinal function in middle-aged and elderly hospitalized patients, aiming to provide new insights into the prevention and management of gastrointestinal disorders. We analyzed 400 valid questionnaires collected from inpatients between June and December 2024. Spearman correlation analysis revealed that both oral frailty (r = 0.456, p < 0.01) and quality of life (r = -0.416, p < 0.01) were significantly correlated with gastrointestinal function. Specifically, more severe oral frailty was associated with w

SUBMITTER: Li X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12783624 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature