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Non-Intubated Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery
Published on: May 26, 2023
Abstract:
Age need no longer be a barrier to operation in view of the expanding knowledge of the care of surgical patients. Blood volumes and blood components can be maintained with replacement therapy. Nutritional and vitamin requirements are better understood and carbohydrates, proteins and vitamins must be given in sufficient quantities to prevent further debilitation during the critical period following operation. It has been suggested that the usual pharmacological effects of drugs may not be applicable to elderly patients. The choice of anesthetic agent based on pharmacological effects on younger persons does not necessarily apply to the aged.
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