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[Gastrointestinal endoscopies in the elderly].

Albane de Thézy¹, Marie Simon¹, Pauline Jouët²

¹Service de médecine gériatrique, Hupifo, site Sainte-Périne (AP-HP), 11 rue Chardon-Lagache, 75016 Paris, France.

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Gastrointestinal endoscopies are vital for elderly patients, addressing issues like bleeding, pain, and cancer screening. Proper patient preparation and multidisciplinary teams ensure examination quality.

Keywords:

colonoscopy coloscopie elderly person fibroscopie oesogastroduodénale information oesophagogastroduodenoscopy personne âgée rectosigmoidoscopy rectosigmoïdoscopie

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Area of Science:

Gastroenterology
Geriatric Medicine

Background:

Elderly individuals frequently require gastrointestinal endoscopies for various health concerns.
Indications include digestive tract bleeding, unexplained anorexia, abdominal pain, and colon pathology.
Screening for cancerous lesions is a critical application in this demographic.

Purpose of the Study:

To highlight the importance and indications of gastrointestinal endoscopies in the elderly population.
To emphasize the role of multidisciplinary teams in performing these procedures.
To underscore the necessity of patient preparation for ensuring examination quality.

Main Methods:

Review of current clinical practices and indications for gastrointestinal endoscopy in elderly patients.
Discussion of the multidisciplinary approach to patient care during endoscopic procedures.
Emphasis on patient education and preparation protocols.

Main Results:

Gastrointestinal endoscopy is a frequently indicated procedure in the elderly.
Key indications encompass bleeding, anorexia, pain, colon pathology, and cancer screening.
Effective preparation and teamwork are crucial for successful outcomes.

Conclusions:

Gastrointestinal endoscopies are essential for diagnosing and managing conditions in the elderly.
Patient information and adherence to preparation guidelines are paramount.
A coordinated, multidisciplinary approach optimizes the quality and efficacy of endoscopic examinations.