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How does frailty affect perioperative outcomes and how can it be used in oreoperative assessment

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Frailty, a geriatric syndrome characterized by decreased physiological reserve and increased vulnerability to stressors, significantly impacts perioperative outcomes and can be a valuable tool in preoperative assessment.

Impact of frailty on perioperative outcomes

Frailty in preoperative assessment

In conclusion, frailty significantly impacts perioperative outcomes and can be a valuable tool in preoperative assessment. It can help identify patients at risk of adverse outcomes, allowing for tailored operative plans and optimized transitions of care.

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Anesth Analg 2020

Abstract

Preoperative evaluation of the frail patient

PubMed