Interpretation of the 2025 European Society of Cardiology Consensus on Management of Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Older Adults
Abstract：Cardiovascular disease (cardiovascular disease, CVD) is the leading cause of death among residents in China, ranking first in global mortality and morbidity. The prevalence, risk factors, and comorbidities of CVD increase with age [1-2]. In August 2025, the European Society of Cardiology (European Society of Cardiology, ESC) released a consensus document on the management of cardiovascular risk factors in older adults (referred to as the 'ESC Consensus') [3]. The ESC Consensus confirmed new terminology and concepts in the field of managing cardiovascular risk factors in the elderly. The consensus states that aging has a profound impact on CVD, and clinical practice for the elderly should not only focus on 'disease-specific outcomes' but also improve the functional status of elderly patients and reduce daily symptoms, ultimately enhancing quality of life. This article interprets the consensus from three aspects: comprehensive assessment of cardiovascular risks in older adults, management goals and strategies, and psychosocial and digital health.
Keywords：Heart Disease Risk FactorsFrailtyHypertensionHyperlipidemiaDiabetesPreventionComprehensive Geriatric Assessment
Publication Date：2025-12-15
Online Publishing Date：2025-12-29(First online date of this platform, not the publication date of the document)
Pages：3( 1762-1764 )