Frail, Feeble, or Fit? The Oldest Old: What Should We Do Differently for the Geriatric Patient Undergoing Anesthesia—If Anything?

Abstract

Learning Objectives: As a result of completing this activity, the participant will be able to Discuss the definition and anesthetic implications of frailty Describe current demographic challenges and morbidity and mortality curves for the elderly Discuss the natural consequences of aging and the concept of reserve function Describe risk reduction strategies that can be applied to the oldest old Describe management strategies that could be used as quality indicators