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Cardiac surgery in octogenarians.

Susumu Ishikawa1, Brian F Buxton, Narelle Manson

  • 1Department of Cardiac Surgery, Austin Hospital, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia. skyishikawa@cronos.ocn.ne.jp

ANZ Journal of Surgery
|November 20, 2004
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Cardiac surgery in octogenarians yields satisfactory results for elective procedures. Urgent or emergency surgeries in this age group significantly increase morbidity and mortality risks.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Surgical Outcomes

Background:

  • Cardiac surgery in elderly populations presents unique challenges.
  • Understanding outcomes is crucial for refining surgical indications in octogenarians.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate early and late outcomes of cardiac surgery in patients aged 80 years and older.
  • To identify factors influencing surgical success and inform clinical decision-making.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 237 patients (≥80 years) undergoing cardiac surgery between 1987 and 2001.
  • Data collected on patient demographics, surgical procedures (CABG, valve, combined), and follow-up outcomes.
  • Follow-up obtained in 91% of patients with a mean duration of 54 months.

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Main Results:

  • Overall operative mortality was 9%, with variations by procedure type (CABG 7%, valve 5%, combined 10%).
  • Urgent/emergency surgery had significantly higher mortality (25%) compared to elective cases (6%).
  • Actuarial survival at 60 months was 75%, with 88% of survivors improving to NYHA class I or II.

Conclusions:

  • Elective cardiac surgery in octogenarians demonstrates favorable early and late results.
  • Urgent or emergent cardiac surgery in this demographic is associated with substantially increased risks.