In an interview with Contigo!, Caroline Daitx states that the death of Aguinaldo Rayol exposes the frailty of the elderly to accidents that can lead to fatal complications
Brazil said goodbye to one of the most iconic voices of the country, last Monday, 4. The death of the singer Agnaldo Rayol – at the age of 86, after a fall in his home in São Paulo – suddenly and unexpectedly highlights the vulnerability of the elderly to falls and sudden illnesses. In an interview with With you!, Caroline Daitxspecialist in forensic medicine and medical expertise, explains how aging can contribute to the occurrence of this type of domestic accidents, which can have serious and even fatal consequences.
According to Rayol’s family, there was a wait of approximately 40 minutes before the SAMU arrived. Although the singer arrived at the hospital lucid and conscious, his condition worsened due to the head trauma he suffered, leading to his death.
Rayol’s death exposes the frail elderly to accidents that, if not treated urgently, can lead to fatal complications. According to the doctor, falls among older adults with head trauma are a leading cause of death in this age group, largely due to physical frailty and the risk of internal bleeding. “In the elderly, falls can lead to a rapid worsening of health conditions, especially if prompt help is not provided” emphasizes Daitx, underlining the importance of immediate service.
In addition to injuries resulting from falls, it highlights other common causes of sudden illness in older adults, such as cardiovascular disease, including heart attack and arrhythmias, cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), and respiratory complications. “It is essential that older people receive regular medical monitoring and that access to emergency services is rapid, especially in areas where it is difficult to access specialized support services”strengthens.
“In Rayol’s case, although the fall was the final event, it is necessary to consider whether there was a sudden illness that caused him to fall, or whether he fell independently and the resulting trauma led to the fatal outcome”adds the doctor.
For many older people, existing conditions such as heart and neurological problems increase the risk of sudden illnesses, which contribute to falls. A careful investigation must consider both the possibility of direct trauma resulting from the fall and the possibility of a sudden illness that triggered the loss of balance.
Situations like that of singer Rayol require a detailed analysis of the circumstances to clarify whether the fall was accidental or preceded by a sudden loss of consciousness. “This understanding not only clarifies the case, but guides preventative measures for other older adults. Understanding the underlying causes of events like these allows us to target care and monitoring actions that can reduce the risk of falls and sudden illness.”says the specialist.
Daitx emphasizes the importance of constant medical monitoring to monitor chronic diseases and carry out preventive tests, which are essential to detect and treat conditions before they worsen. In the event of a fall, immediate help can be essential to prevent worsening and preserve the life of the elderly patient.
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Source: Terra
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