Key result
Laparoscopic colorectal surgery in elderly patients (≥70 years) resulted in similar overall postoperative complication rates compared to younger patients (32% vs 26%, NS).
Why the study?
Does laparoscopic colorectal surgery have similar postoperative outcomes in elderly patients compared to younger patients?
Population
178 patients undergoing laparoscopic colorectal resection for colorectal carcinoma or benign diseases…
Comparison
Laparoscopic colorectal surgery in elderly… vs Laparoscopic colorectal surgery in younger…
Design
Case-control
Follow-up
in-hospital
Authors
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Supports consideration in selected elderly patients; leaves open need for randomized confirmation.
Case-Control (n=178)
Does laparoscopic colorectal surgery have similar postoperative outcomes in elderly patients compared to younger patients?
Absolute Event Rate: 32% vs 26%
p-value: p=NS
Laparoscopic colorectal surgery is safe and feasible in elderly patients, with postoperative outcomes comparable to younger patients despite higher rates of cardiopulmonary comorbidities.
Chautard et al. (2007) conducted a case-control in Colorectal carcinoma or benign colorectal diseases (n=178). Elderly age (≥70 years) vs. Younger age (<70 years) was evaluated on Overall postoperative complications (p=NS). Laparoscopic colorectal surgery in elderly patients (≥70 years) resulted in similar overall postoperative complication rates compared to younger patients (32% vs 26%, NS).
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