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Is anesthesia safe for elderly?
My grandmother will have surgery. Is dental anesthesia safe for the elderly?
2 Answers
In general, anesthesia is safe for the elderly, but it depends on their medical problems. If they have serious heart or lung problems, there is an increased risk that must be weighed against the benefits. A healthy, active, independent elderly person incurs little more than average risk from general anesthesia.
All comorbidities such be considered.