Effect of Ageing Process on Diastolic Function of the Heart

Abstract

As people age, diastolic function deteriorates. (1). Aging is a significant risk factor for the emergence of structural and functional problems in the heart (2). Diastolic dysfunction is a significant problem observed with age. Echocardiography is used to investigate the presence of diastolic dysfunction, and the pathophysiologic factors affecting left ventricular and left atrial anatomy and function. (3) Aim of the study: The objective of this study is to investigate the impact of ageing process on diastolic function of the heart which is assessed by echocardiography. Methods: in our cross sectional study, cases were collected from Al-Najaf Center for Cardiac Surgery and Transcatheter Therapy/ Al-Sader Teaching Hospital. It included 50 patients aged 38-86 who underwent 2d echocardiography to assess diastolic function of the heart. Results: The results of the study obviously showed that left ventricular diastolic function steadily declines with age (P value < 0.05). Conclusion: left ventricular diastolic function of the heart significantly declines with age.