The British journal of surgery
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Br J Surg
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Observational Study
Pelvic exenteration for advanced malignancy in elderly patients.
Pelvic exenteration is an aggressive surgical procedure reserved for highly selected patients. Surgery in the elderly is often associated with increased morbidity and mortality. The aim of this study was to review outcomes following exenteration for advanced pelvic malignancy in this subgroup of patients. ⋯ Given the possibility of long-term survival, pelvic exenteration should not be withheld on the grounds of advanced age alone.