Elderly Health Profile in a Rural Village of Assiut

Sponsor
Assiut University
Study ID
NCT07263087
Status
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Conditions

  • Chronic Diseases in Older Adults
  • Frailty
  • Functional Decline Geriatric Health
  • Malnutrition

Eligibility Criteria

Sex
ALL
Age
60 Years - N/A
Healthy Volunteers
Not accepted

Study Details

This study aims to assess the health, nutrition, functional status, and quality of life of older adults living in Al-Boura village in Assiut, Egypt. It is an observational, community-based study that includes adults aged 60 years and above. Participants will complete interviews covering medical history, lifestyle behaviors, functional ability, mental health, nutrition, and quality of life. Physical measurements such as weight, height, blood pressure, and simple clinical assessments will also be performed. The goal of the study is to describe the current health needs of the elderly population and identify risk factors for chronic diseases, malnutrition, and functional decline. The results will help guide local health services and future elderly-care programs in Upper Egypt. No treatments or interventions will be given as part of this study.

Key Dates

First listed
Dec 4, 2025
Start date
Jan 31, 2026
Status verified
Dec 2025
Primary completion
Jul 31, 2026
Completion
Sep 30, 2026

Study Design

Enrollment
330 participants (estimated)

Arms

  • Arm: Older Adults (≥60 Years)
    Community-dwelling older adults aged 60 years and above living in Al-Boura village, Assiut, Egypt. Participants will complete structured interviews and undergo basic anthropometric and clinical assessments. No interventions are provided as this is an observational, cross-sectional study.

Primary Outcome Measure

Prevalence of Geriatric Health Problems [ Time Frame: At baseline (single assessment at time of interview) ]

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