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1 Pathophysiological Changes in The Elderly: Peter H. Tonner Joerg Kampen Jens Scholz by DanielAndres is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document discusses the pathophysiological changes that occur in the elderly and how they impact anesthesia. It notes increasing life expectancies are leading to greater numbers of elderly patients requiring surgery. While aging itself is not a disease, it can reduce organ function reserves and increase risks of complications during surgery and recovery. The document examines changes in cardiovascular, pulmonary, neurological, metabolic and musculoskeletal systems that are common with age.
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- DanielAndres
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- EN