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Investigating frail elderly patients requires careful consideration due to rising numbers and increased, often inappropriate, radiological investigations. A compassionate approach is crucial to avoid unnecessary distress and suffering in this growing demographic.

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  • Geriatric Medicine
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  • The UK population is aging, with a disproportionate increase in investigations for the oldest individuals.
  • Radiological investigations in frail elderly patients are frequently inappropriate or futile.
  • Requests for these investigations often originate from junior medical staff.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the complexities in investigating frail elderly patients.
  • To advocate for a more thoughtful and compassionate approach to medical investigations in this population.
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