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One of the First Studies Dealing with Elder Abuse and Published

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One of the first studies dealing with elder abuse and published in 1979 was ____.


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Cardiomyopathy

A group of diseases that affect the heart muscle itself, potentially leading to heart failure and other complications.

Heart Failure

A chronic condition where the heart is unable to pump blood effectively, leading to a buildup of fluids and reduced oxygen delivery to tissues.

Mitral Valve

a valve in the heart that lies between the left atrium and left ventricle, regulating blood flow from the atrium to the ventricle.

Mitral Regurgitation

A heart valve disorder where the mitral valve does not close properly, allowing blood to flow backwards into the left atrium of the heart.

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