The Differential Impact of Multimorbidity Patterns and Subsequent Accumulation on Longitudinal Trajectories of Physical Function Decline in a Population-Based Cohort of Older People.
Huiying LiuXinyan ZhangBeizhuo ChenBoye FangVivian Wei Qun LouJian HuPublished in: The journals of gerontology. Series A, Biological sciences and medical sciences (2022)
Considering both the combinations and progressive nature of multimorbidity is important for identifying individuals at greater risk of disability. Future studies are warranted to differentiate the factors responsible for the progression of chronic conditions in distinct multimorbidity patterns and investigate the potential implications for improved prediction of functional decline.