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Geriatrics
Perioperative complications in elderly women linked to cardiovascular disease
July 28th, 2005
Elderly women with cardiovascular disease are more likely to have perioperative complications. According to researchers from the United States, "The purpose of this study was to determine the incidence of and risk factors for perioperative complications in elderly women who undergo urogynecologic surgery. A retrospective chart review of patients {{>=}}75 years old who underwent urogynecologic surgery between January 1999 and December 2003 was performed." "Demographics, comorbidities, and significant perioperative complications were recorded," said K.J. Stepp and colleagues, Cleveland Clinic Foundation. "The Charlson Comorbidity...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2005-07-28)
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