Improving the preoperative assessment of older adults considering surgery: The need for a structured curriculum during surgery residency.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Over half of surgeries in the United States are performed on older adults. The aims of this study were to quantify geriatric-relevant discussion topics and assessments during the consent process and to assess the need for a structured approach to consent older patients.

Methods

General surgery residents at a single institution answered questions about content of the informed consent process and preoperative assessment in adult and geriatric (> 65) patients. Questions addressed frequency of geriatric- relevant discussions, assessments and consultations for the two patient groups.

Results

Part 1 was completed by 66/75 residents (88.0%). Most residents received training in informed consent during medical school or residency (95%). Common avenues for training w

SUBMITTER: Miller SM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11750005 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature