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Preoperative Considerations for the Frail Patient
Laura McCarthy1, Emma Haran1, Daniel P Ahern2,3
1School of Medicine, University College Dublin.
Clinical Spine Surgery
|December 15, 2021
Summary
Frailty, a geriatric syndrome, impacts older adults
Area of Science:
- Geriatric Medicine
- Clinical Gerontology
Background:
- Frailty is a prevalent geriatric syndrome associated with sarcopenia and osteoporosis.
- It leads to diminished physical function, reduced activity, and poorer health in older adults.
- Early identification is crucial for optimizing outcomes in patients facing surgical stressors.
Approach:
- This review offers a descriptive analysis for clinical frailty identification.
- It outlines preoperative interventions to enhance surgical outcomes.
Key Points:
- Frailty assessment in clinical settings.
- Preoperative interventions for frail patients.
- Improving postoperative recovery in older adults.
Conclusions:
- Identifying frailty pre-surgery is vital for better patient outcomes.
- Preoperative interventions can mitigate negative impacts of frailty on surgical recovery.
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