Being Elderly Is Associated with Infectious and Fatal Postoperative Complications in Ulcerative Colitis Patients

Conclusion: Age ≥65 years was identified as a risk factor for infectious and fatal complications. It is important to avoid urgent/emergent surgery in elderly patients with an ASA score #x3e;3 by emphasizing surgical and medical collaboration and optimizing the timing of surgery.Digestion
Source: Digestion - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research