Frailty Is Associated With Higher Risk of Mortality and Discharge to Rehabilitation Facilities in Elderly Ibd Patients Hospitalized for Gastrointestinal Bleeds, Irrespective of Ibd Type and Severity
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Frailty in patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is associated with increased risk for hospitalizations and mortality, particularly among older adults. We aimed to evaluate the association between frailty and clinical outcomes in elderly IBD patients hospitalized for gastrointestinal bleeds.
Source: Gastroenterology
Authors: Stephanie Kim, Nghiem Ha, Kendall Beck
Language: English
Topic: Frailty in Older Adults
Subfield: Geriatrics and Gerontology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $4,180
OpenAlex ID: W4408033755