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- Geriatrics. 1975 Sep 1; 30 (9): 57-9, 63-4.
AbstractIn a series of 152 patients aged 65 years or older who underwent abdominal operations between January 1 and December 31, 1971, the total mortality was 17 percent. Pulmonary pathologic conditions were responsible for the majority of the deaths. Use of IPPB did not significantly influence the postoperative course. This study suggests that meticulous preoperative preparation of patients; deliberate, clean, and efficient surgical techniques; and intensive postoperative care are of utmost importance in surgical treatment of the elderly.
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