The Postoperative Effects of Anesthesia Exposure on Cognitive Decline in Older Adults: A Narrative Review

CONCLUSION: While findings are inconclusive, suggestions for further investigation into the relationship between anesthesia exposure and increased risk for postoperative cognitive decline are discussed, in addition to factors that may allow for greater informed disclosure of potential risks of anesthesia in older adults.PMID:38623985 | DOI:10.2174/0115672050288199240408035201

Source: Current Alzheimer Research - April 16, 2024 Category: Neurology Authors: Kathleen Angela Willoughby-Dudley Marielle L Darwin Deana B Davalos Source Type: research