| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5733898 | Journal of Surgical Research | 2017 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Advanced age (â¥80 y) was associated with worse outcomes in patients undergoing gastrectomy for malignancy. Therefore, careful staging is necessary to reduce unnecessary operations in this population. Furthermore, surgeons must place greater attention on optimizing the octogenarian population before surgery.
Related Topics
Health Sciences
Medicine and Dentistry
Surgery
Authors
Annabelle MD, Geoffrey MD, Erica MD, Michael MD, David Y. MD, Keith MD, Anton J. MD, Fadi MD, FACS,