METHODS: We performed a 1-year (2017–2018) prospective analysis of all geriatric (age≥
65 years) patients who underwent EGS at our institution. Cognitive assessment was …

Background Preexisting cognitive impairment is emerging as a predictor of poor
postoperative outcomes in seniors. Nevertheless, cognitive impairment in a large proportion …

Background In specialised centres, local anaesthesia is almost always used in groin hernia
surgery; whereas in routine surgical practice, regional or general anaesthesia are the …

Purpose The incidence of older adults undergoing inguinal and ventral hernia repairs is
increasing. Older adults are disproportionately affected by age-related risk factors, which are …

Background Cognitive impairment (CI) is common in geriatric patients. We aimed to evaluate
the prevalence and impact of CI on outcomes in geriatric patients undergoing emergency …

Background: Inguinal hernia repair can be performed using different anesthetic techniques.
Although local anesthesia seems to be more cost-effective, spinal and general anesthesia …

Background Post-operative cognitive dysfunction (POCD) is the subtle cerebral complication
temporally seen following surgery. Objectives: To compare the influence of general …

Objective: To analyze the relative risk of reoperation for recurrence using 3 anesthetic
alternatives, general anesthesia (GA), regional (spinal-, epidural-) anesthesia (RA), and …

Introduction and aim Postoperative cognitive dysfunction is an important complication
associated with increased morbidity, mortality, and reduced quality of life. Generally studies …

Background Repair of groin hernias is the most commonly performed elective procedure by
general surgeons worldwide. The techniques of anaesthesia differ among surgeons and …