Abstract
This chapter will discuss common causes, clinical assessment, and the medical and surgical management of lower gastrointestinal bleeding in the elderly. The chapter will outline how this approach differs from a younger patient population and address the unique needs of the elderly.
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | Principles and Practice of Geriatric Surgery |
Subtitle of host publication | Third Edition: With 261 Figures and 155 Tables |
Publisher | Springer International Publishing |
Pages | 1151-1160 |
Number of pages | 10 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9783319477718 |
ISBN (Print) | 9783319477701 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 2020 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Medicine(all)