Alterations in Platelet Function During Aging: Clinical Correlations with Thromboinflammatory Disease in Older Adults

• Autores: Donya Mohebali, David Kaplan, McKenzie Carlisle, Mark A. Supiano, Matthew T. Rondina
• Localización: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, ISSN 0002-8614, Vol. 62, Nº. 3, 2014, págs. 529-535
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • Platelets have a dynamic functional repertoire that mediates hemostatic and inflammatory responses. Many of these functions are altered in older adults, promoting a prothrombotic, proinflammatory milieu and contributing to risk of adverse clinical events. Drawing primarily from human studies, this review summarizes important aspects of aging-related changes in platelets. The relationship between altered platelet functions and thrombotic and inflammatory disorders in older adults is highlighted. Established and developing antiplatelet therapies for the treatment of thrombotic and inflammatory disorders are also discussed in light of these data.