Among U.S adults aged 80 and above, cardiovascular disease is more prevalent in men than in women.

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Studies have shown that the prevalence of cardiovascular disease (CVD) increases with age for both men and women, but the gap between genders narrows with advancing age. In fact, among the oldest adults (those aged 80 and above), the prevalence of CVD is similar between men and women, and in some studies, it is even slightly higher in women. This is due to the increased longevity of women and the fact that CVD risk increases for women after menopause, gradually catching up to the risk level of men.

Among US Adults Aged 80 and Above, Cardiovascular Disease Is More