61 Impact of Dedicated Geriatrician Involvement on National Emergency Laparotomy Audit Standards and Outcomes

ConclusionIntroduction of a dedicated geriatric surgical liaison service is associated with increased compliance with NELA standards. Despite more emergency laparotomies being performed on older patients, this was associated with improved mortality and rates of home discharge, consistent with published data. Targeted investment in surgical liaison services may therefore be warranted.
Source: Age and Ageing - Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research