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What is the vulnerability risk scale? Understanding its use in senior care

According to the World Health Organization, between 2015 and 2050, the proportion of the world's population over 60 years will nearly double, from 12% to 22%. As the senior population grows, a key focus in medicine is managing the risk of functional decline, which is why assessing vulnerability is so crucial. This article answers the question: **What is the vulnerability risk scale?** in the specific context of senior health and care.

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What is the Vulnerable Elderly Scale (VES-13)?

According to a 2007 study on geriatric assessment, older adults identified as vulnerable by the **Vulnerable Elderly Scale** (VES-13) had more than four times the risk of death or functional decline over a two-year period compared to those with low scores. The VES-13 is a quick, self-administered survey used to identify community-dwelling older persons at risk for health deterioration.

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