elderly
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Extremities
Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair effective in treatment of elderly patients
LOS ANGELES — Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair was a highly effective treatment in patients older than 70 years, according to…
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Spine
Is surgery a viable treatment option for patients age 80+ with acute spinal conditions?
Study found no difference in complications, mortality when compared to younger patients As the number of Americans age 80 and…
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Spinal Fusion Surgeries Up in Elderly, Putting Patients at Risk
Risky spinal fusion surgeries are increasingly being performed on elderly patient, according to a new study. The surgeries, which often…
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