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Operational Lifespan Extension

Meaning

Operational Lifespan Extension is a clinical and gerontological goal focused on increasing the duration of an individual’s healthspan, defined as the period of life spent in good health, free from chronic debilitating disease and functional decline. This concept moves beyond merely extending chronological lifespan to prioritize the maintenance of robust physical, cognitive, and hormonal function well into advanced age. Achieving this extension involves comprehensive, personalized interventions that target the fundamental biological mechanisms of aging. The ultimate aim is to maximize the years an individual remains functionally independent and vital.