Special Considerations for Colorectal Surgery in the Elderly IBD Patient

AbstractPurpose of reviewWe sought to understand the key aspects to optimize in the perioperative period when treating an elderly surgical patient with inflammatory bowel disease.Recent findingsAddressing preoperative polypharmacy, frailty, and nutrition is important in the elderly population. Understanding intraoperative principles of oncologic risk and pouch formation and the advantages of laparoscopy are key. Postoperative-enhanced recovery pathways and VTE prophylaxis are essential for high-quality care.SummaryPreoperative, perioperative, and postoperative factors can greatly impact elderly patients ’ surgical outcomes.
Source: Current Treatment Options in Gastroenterology - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research