Table 1.
Scores of the complete geriatric evaluation at baseline and at 24-month follow-up.
| Scores at baseline | Scores at 24-month follow up | Reference values | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADL* | 6 | 6 | From 0 (low function, dependent) to 6 (high function, independent) |
| IADL** | 5 | 5 | From 0 (low function, dependent) to 5 (high function, independent) for men |
| MMSE° | 26.1 | 27.1 | A score ≥24 was classified as normal |
| GDS# | 4 | 5 | A score >5 points was suggestive of depression |
| MNA§ | 28 | 27.5 | A score ≥24 identified a normal nutritional status |
| TGUG∧ | 10 | 12 | A time ≤ 12 s indicated the optimal cut-off time for performing the test |
ADL: Activities of Daily Living.
IADL: Instrumental Activities of Daily Living.
MMSE: Mini Mental State Examination.
GDS: Geriatric Depression Scale.
MNA: Mini Nutritional Assessment.
TGUG: Timed Get-up-and-Go.