High-risk emergency surgery reduces healthy days at home for seniors
A study published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons indicates that seniors who undergo high-risk emergency general surgery experience a significant reduction in their ability to live independently at home. The research highlights the long-term impact of such procedures on the quality of life for older patients.
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