Geriatrics and gynecology: the role of surgery in the aged.
- Author:
MANAHAN CP
- Keywords:
Elderly, Gerontology
- MeSH:
Gynecology, Aged, Geriatrics, Surgery
- From:
Journal of the Philippine Medical Association
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- CountryPhilippines
- Language:English
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Abstract:
1. A study of fifty major surgical procedures in patients handicapped by poor nutrition, by hypertensive vascular disease, whose average age is 58.2 years suggests that surgery may be employed safely in the aged to expedite their return not only to health but to usefulness as well2. Meticulous preoperative postoperative care, proper anethesia, prevention of shock, gentleness in the handling of tissue, and early ambulation are important.(Conclusion)
