The impact of comprehensive geriatric assessment on postoperative outcomes in elderly surgery: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The elderly population experiences more postoperative complications. A comprehensive geriatric assessment, which is multidimensional and coordinated, could help reduce these unfavorable outcomes. However, its effectiveness is still uncertain.

Methods

We searched multiple online databases, including Medline, PubMed, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, Embase, CINAL, ProQuest, and Wiley, for relevant literature from their inception to October 2023. We included randomized trials of individuals aged 65 and older undergoing surgery. These trials compared comprehensive geriatric assessment with usual surgical care and reported on postoperative outcomes. Two researchers independently screened the literature, extracted data, and assessed the certainty of evidence from the

SUBMITTER: Chen L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11356442 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature