Perioperative assessment and management of frailty in elderly patients: a national survey of Italian anesthesiologists

Abstract Background The prevalence of frailty is increasing as the global population continues to age. Frailty is associated with poor perioperative outcomes including increased morbidity and mortality. The purpose of this study is to examine current practices and perspectives of anesthesiogists in...

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Published in:Journal of Anesthesia, Analgesia and Critical Care
Main Authors: Massimiliano Greco, Ersilia Luca, Fernando Chiumiento, Astrid U. Behr, Gabriella Bettelli, Elena Bignami, Massimo Antonelli, Maurizio Cecconi, Paola Aceto
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-02-01
Subjects:
Frailty assessment
Elderly patients
Survey
Frail patient
Anesthesia
Delirium
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s44158-025-00231-4

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s44158-025-00231-4

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