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16 Ιουν 2014 · Colonoscopy in very elderly patients carries a greater risk of complications and morbidity than in younger patients, and is associated with lower completion rates and higher likelihood of...
3 Ιαν 2020 · Learning Objectives: On completion of this article, you should be able to (1) recognize the risk of colorectal cancer in the elderly, (2) determine when to stop screening for colorectal cancer in the elderly, and (3) explain the difference in the risks and benefits of the available colorectal cancer screening modalities.
recognize the risk of colorectal cancer in the elderly, (2) determine when to stop screening for colorectal cancer in the elderly, and (3) explain the differ- ence in the risks and benefits of the available colorectal cancer screening
20 Ιουλ 2020 · A new study shows that older adults are at a slightly higher risk of complications after having a colonoscopy. An additional study found a high-quality colonoscopy is associated with over 17 years' worth of lower colorectal cancer risk. Regardless of new findings, current colonoscopy and colorectal cancer screening recommendations remain in place.
19 Ιουν 2020 · A recent study on complications within 7 days after colonoscopy showed that elderly individuals >75 are at higher risk for emergency department visits and unplanned hospitalizations compared with age ≤75 (Dig Dis Sci 2019;65:1964–1970).
Colonoscopy in very elderly patients (over 80 years of age) carries a greater risk of complications, adverse events and morbidity than in younger patients, and is associated with lower completion rates and higher chance of poor bowel preparation.
1 Ιουν 2013 · This review addresses the factors unique to colorectal cancer and performing colonoscopy in older adults that are relevant in weighing the risks and benefits of screening and surveillance...
