Surgery in the elderly: Lowering risks by understanding special needs: Postgraduate Medicine: Vol 91, No 2

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Elderly patients should not be denied surgery that will improve their longevity and life-style simply because of the increased risks that come with age. In this article, Dr Nolan explains how to evaluate these patients for possible undiscovered problems and prepare them for surgery. He also describes how to minimize risks during surgery and avoid postoperative complications.

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