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Is there a certain age (say, 95 years) where getting surgery just isn't worth it?

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Dr. Theresa Redling answered

Function assesment: One must weigh the risk/benefit ratio when surgery, especially elective surgery is considered. The persons premorbid functional level is an important indicator of recovery and/or benefit from surgery or any other medical procedure(like chemotherapy). Your doctor should discuss this with you and discuss goals of care to see if surgery is the best option.

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Answered 8/5/2015

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A member asked:

Is there a certain age (say, 95 years) where getting surgery just isn't worth it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Theresa Redling answered

Dr Pappas agreed

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