Abstract
Objective
To analyze intrinsic capacity and its ability to predict all-cause mortality in older adults living in a health microregion of Minas Gerais state, Brazil.
Method
A household survey study with a quantitative approach was conducted. Data were collected at homes using instruments validated for use in Brazil.
Results
Mean intrinsic capacity score was 5.8 (±1.63) points. During the follow-up period, with a mean follow-up time of 58.0 (±13.1) months, 142 deaths (16.4%) occurred. For each 1 point increase in intrinsic capacity score, there was a 21% reduction in the risk of mortality (p<0.001).
Conclusion
Intrinsic capacity served as a predictor of mortality in older adults.
Keywords
Aged; Healthy Aging; Mortality; Mortality Registries