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Jun 2024
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Frailty Assessment in Critically Ill Old...

Eddy Joe Gutierrez, MD
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In this episode of the Saving Lives Podcast, we discuss the comprehensive review of frailty assessment tools in critically ill older adults. Learn about the Clinical Frailty Scale and how these tools can influence clinical practice and patient outcomes. Tune in for insights on improving care for the elderly in ICU settings.

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CITATION:

Moïsi L, Mino JC, Guidet B, Vallet H. Frailty assessment in critically ill older adults: a narrative review. Ann Intensive Care. 2024 Jun 18;14(1):93. doi: 10.1186/s13613-024-01315-0. PMID: 38888743.

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