The pathophysiology of fluid and electrolyte balance in the older adult surgical patient
(2013)
Journal Article
El-Sharkawy, A. M., Sahota, O., Maughan, R. J., & Lobo, D. N. (2013). The pathophysiology of fluid and electrolyte balance in the older adult surgical patient. Clinical Nutrition, 33(1), https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clnu.2013.11.010
Background & aims:
Age-related physiological changes predispose even the healthy older adult to fluid and electrolyte abnormalities which can cause morbidity and mortality. The aim of this narrative review is to highlight key aspects of age-relat...
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