meta-analysis of colorectal cancer surgery in the elderly
Last reviewed 01/2018
Colorectal cancer is a major cause of mortality and morbidity in the elderly.
This study pooled the data from 28 studies including 34194 patients in order to assess outcomes in the age groups:
- 65-74 years
- 75-84 years
- 85+ years
Reference:
- Colorectal Cancer Collaborative Group. (2000) Surgery for colorectal cancer in elderly patients: a systematic review. Lancet, 356, 968-74.