Inspiratory Muscle Strength Is an Independent Predictor of Maximum Tongue Pressure in Patients Aged ≥65 Years With Acute Heart Failure ― A Retrospective Observational Study ―

Circulation Reports 2026 Open access

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Authors: Junichi Yokota, Ren Takahashi, Yuuko Matsukawa, Keisuke Matsushima, Takeru Suzuki
DOI: 10.1253/circrep.cr-25-0172
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References: 30

Abstract

Background: There are limited numbers of studies of the relationship between maximum tongue pressure (MTP) and respiratory muscle strength in older patients with acute heart failure (AHF). Methods and Results: at baseline (β=0.309). Conclusions: was independently associated with MTP in older patients with AHF and may indicate a need for more intensive physical therapy interventions.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Dysphagia Assessment and Management Cardiovascular and exercise physiology Heart Failure Treatment and Management

Publication details

Journal / source
Circulation Reports
Volume
8
Issue
3
Pages
400–409
Publication date
15 January 2026
Language
EN