ArticleBioMed research international2017
The Impact of Frailty on Morbidity and Mortality following Open Emergent Colectomies.
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- Prognostic nutritional index (PNI), independent of frailty is associated with six-month postoperative mortality.Journal of geriatric oncology · 2020Article
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Abstract
backgroundElderly and frail patients undergo open emergency colectomies and are at greater risk for complications. The relationship between frailty and open emergent colectomies is yet unexplored.
objectiveThe purpose of this study was to evaluate the relationship between frailty and outcomes after open emergent colorectal surgery.
designUsing the American College of Surgeons National Quality Improvement Program database, a validated modified frailty index was used, along with logistic regression, to assess the relationship between frailty and outcomes.
main outcome measuresOutcomes included mortality (primary), Clavien-Dindo Complication Grade >3, reintubation, ventilator >48 hours, and reoperation (secondary).
resultsThe rates for 30-day mortality, Clavien-Dindo Grade >3, reintubation, ventilator > 48 hours, and reoperation in our cohort were 16.6%, 36.9%, 8.6%, 23.9%, and 15.0%, respectively. There was a statistically significant increase in prevalence of all outcomes with increasing frailty. LIMITATIONS: A causal relationship between frailty and complications cannot be established in a retrospective analysis. Also, extrapolation of our data to reflect outcomes beyond 30 days must be done with caution.
conclusionsFrailty is a statistically significant predictor of mortality and morbidity after open emergent colectomies and can be used in an acute care setting.
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