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Surgery in centenarians.

M R Katlic

    JAMA
    |June 7, 1985
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Surgery for centenarians (patients aged 100+) is feasible and generally safe. This study found that older patients survived operations and lived longer, indicating age alone shouldn't prevent necessary surgical care.

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    Area of Science:

    • Geriatric Surgery
    • Surgical Outcomes in the Elderly
    • Centenarian Health

    Background:

    • The aging global population leads to an increased number of elderly patients, including centenarians, requiring surgical interventions.
    • Understanding surgical risks and outcomes in this unique demographic is crucial for modern healthcare.

    Observation:

    • A review of surgical cases at Massachusetts General Hospital between 1979-1983 identified six centenarian patients (100-104 years old).
    • The study analyzed the surgical experiences and outcomes of these extremely elderly individuals.

    Findings:

    • All six centenarian patients survived their respective surgeries.
    • One patient experienced complications, but overall survival was 100% in the short term.
    • Patients lived one to two years post-operation, suggesting a positive impact of surgical intervention.

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    Implications:

    • Chronological age alone should not be a barrier to elective or emergency surgery for centenarians.
    • Meticulous attention to detail and careful patient selection are paramount for successful surgical outcomes in this population.
    • These findings support the consideration of surgical treatment for centenarians when indicated.