Abstract Background and Objectives Hepatic resection is an excellent option in the care of
patients with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Elderly patients often forego hepatic …

The COVID-19 pandemic, beginning in late 2019, led to significant changes in surgical care.
Profound delays in timing of operations, along with a confluence of unprecedented …

Background In patients with rib fractures, adverse outcomes are associated with number of
rib fractures; however, studies suggest an association with frailty. We assessed whether …

Introduction This study aims to evaluate the temporal trends of mortality among frail versus
non-frail older adult trauma patients during index hospitalization. Methods We performed a 3 …

Abstract Purpose of Review The elderly population is increasing and as a result more older
adults are requiring hospitalization for illnesses and injuries. Prognosis in the geriatric …

Population aging is a growing phenomenon. The geriatric patient is defined by physical,
psychological, and social characteristics associated with aging that make him or her more …

Burn injuries create significant risk for the development of new or worsening frailty.
Identifying patients' risk for frailty is key to recognizing patients who are at risk for negative …