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March 26, 2003Journal of the American Geriatrics Society

Loss of Independence in Activities of Daily Living in Older Adults Hospitalized with Medical Illnesses: Increased Vulnerability with Age

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KCKenneth E. CovinskySan Francisco VA Medical CenterRPRobert M. PalmerThe University of SydneyRFRichard H. FortinskyUConn Health

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