Pre- and intraoperative variables affecting early outcomes in elderly patients undergoing pancreaticoduodenectomy
Abstract
BackgroundConflicting data exist regarding the safety of pancreatic resections in elderly patients. In this study we compared early complication and mortality rates between patients younger and older than 80 years of age who underwent pancreaticoduodenectomy using a validated national database.MethodsThe National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (NSQIP) database for 2005–2009 was used for this retrospective analysis. The primary outcome...
Paper Details
Title
Pre- and intraoperative variables affecting early outcomes in elderly patients undergoing pancreaticoduodenectomy
Published Date
Dec 1, 2011
Journal
Volume
13
Issue
12
Pages
887 - 892
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