Fatores de Risco Cardiovascular de Pessoas Idosas em Situação de Acolhimento Doméstico ou Institucional

The study analyzed cardiovascular risk factors in elderly individuals receiving care in institutions and homes. This is a descriptive, cross-sectional, and exploratory survey study carried out with elderly individuals receiving care in Basic Health Units (UBS) in Aracaju and Long-Term Care Facilities (LP) in Aracaju, Itabaiana, and Estância. The study included two sample groups: UBS, with 200 participants (= 68.45.8 years), and LP, with 29 participants (= 75.9). Data collection used structured questionnaires on health and lifestyle. Statistical analysis employed normality tests, comparison between groups, and evaluation of associations between variables, and a significance level of p<0.05 was adopted. Institutionalized elderly individuals had a higher prevalence of cardiovascular diseases, especially diabetes (∆% = 47.6%, p = 0.015) and stroke (∆% = 3.4%, p = 0.002), in addition to lower physical activity (∆% = - 64.3%, p = 0.027X) and a higher incidence of depression (3.4%) and social isolation. A significant correlation was found in the UBS group between physical activity and self-rated health (p = 0.027). The results indicate that the type of care influences cardiovascular risk factors, making institutionalized elderly individuals more vulnerable to chronic diseases and a sedentary lifestyle. Promoting healthy habits and socialization are essential to reduce these risks and improve quality of life, especially in institutional care.