Elderly Health Profile in a Rural Village of Assiut
Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot listed
Trial typeObservational
Biological sexAll
Age60+
SponsorAssiut University
About this trial
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.
Eligibility criteria
This trial does not accept healthy volunteersQualifiers
Age ≥ 60 years
Resident in the selected rural village in Assiut
Able to communicate and respond to interview questions
Provides informed consent to participate
Disqualifiers
Bedridden or severely ill preventing participation
Severe cognitive impairment preventing interview
Refusal to participate
Trial population
This study includes elderly individuals aged 60 years and older residing in Al-Boura village, Assiut Governorate. Participants are recruited directly from households using systematic random sampling. Both men and women from all socioeconomic backgrounds are eligible.
Trial design
Design model
Cohort
Time perspective
Cross-sectional
Treatments tested in this trial
Not listed
Trial groups
330 Participants
are grouped into 1 trial groupGroup A: Older Adults (≥60 Years)
Trial outcomes
Primary outcomes
1
Prevalence of Geriatric Health Problems
Proportion of older adults (≥60 years) identified with one or more geriatric health problems assessed during the study visit, including chronic diseases (hypertension, diabetes), functional limitation, cognitive impairment, malnutrition risk, depression, polypharmacy, and sensory impairment. These assessments are conducted through structured questionnaires, anthropometric measurements, and clinical examinations.
Time frame
At baseline (single assessment at time of interview)Sponsors and contacts
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Source ClinicalTrials.gov
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