Humans298 participantsCross-sectional study
Prevalence and associated factors of frailty in hospitalized elderly patients with heart failure

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine
Abstract
Background Frailty is frequently observed in elderly hospitalized patients with heart failure. Recognizing its prevalence and associated factors is essential for early identification and may help reduce socioeconomic burdens. This study aimed to assess the prevalence, clinical features, and correlates of frailty in this population.
- Heart failure
- B-type natriuretic peptide
- Clinical Frailty Scale
- Grip strength
- Mini-nutritional assessment short-form
- Humans
The paper
Zhejiang Hospital
Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine · 14 Sep 2026 · CC BY