Lengthy complex lumbar fusion surgery in high-risk elderly patient under spinal anesthesia: A case report
ConclusionThe case reported, herein, demonstrates the feasibility of SA in elderly patients undergoing lengthy complex lumbar surgeries who have been designated “high-risk” patients (ASA > II) and provides support for future investigation into surgical and anesthesia treatment options for geriatric high-risk patients presenting with complex lumbar spine pathologies.
Source: International Journal of Surgery Case Reports - Category: Surgery Source Type: research
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