Revascularization procedures are associated with important benefits in symptom control and quality of life of elderly patients but at an upfront cost of an increased risk of in-hospital mortality and morbidity. This article discusses the important considerations that need to be assessed before selecting cardiac revascularization procedures in elderly patients. Nowadays, the population is aging and cardiovascular disorder prevalence is high in the elderly population due to increased life expectancy.
Hospital admission after revascularization procedures is associated with a reduction in mobilization, loss of muscle strength, and worsening frailty. However, elderly patients commonly consider the quality of life with greater importance than mortality outcomes. Therefore, understanding specific considerations and assessment of risk factors can help in opting better treatment for elderly…
