Journal of clinical anesthesia
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Observational Study
Preoperative dysphagia and adverse postoperative outcomes in middle aged and older adults.
Dysphagia is a swallowing impairment with adverse health consequences. The impact of preoperative dysphagia on postoperative outcomes is not known. This study will examine the association between preoperative dysphagia and postoperative outcomes. ⋯ Patients with 3 months preoperative dysphagia with and without malnutrition had poor postoperative outcomes. These findings highlight the rationale for integrating dysphagia screening and intervention into routine preoperative protocols to mitigate the risk of adverse postoperative outcomes.