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Why does the heart wall thicken with age? A look at normal and pathological changes

While a slight thickening of the heart wall can be a normal part of aging, according to the Merck Manual, it can also signal underlying health conditions. Understanding the distinction is crucial for maintaining heart health throughout your senior years, and answering the important question: why does the heart wall thicken with age?

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Does ECG change with age? Understanding Normal and Abnormal Patterns

With more than 80% of individuals over 90 years old exhibiting some form of ECG abnormality, understanding how the electrocardiogram (ECG) changes with age is vital for interpreting heart health. As the heart and its electrical system undergo natural modifications, so does the tracing that medical professionals rely on to assess cardiac function.

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How does the heart change with age? The normal and abnormal shifts

By age 65, more than one-third of people have chronic kidney disease, which is closely tied to heart function. So, how does the heart change with age? As people get older, the heart and blood vessels undergo adaptive changes that can impact cardiovascular function, influencing everything from heart rate to blood vessel elasticity.

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