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What Anesthesia Is Best for Dementia Patients? A Guide to Safely Navigating Surgery

Research indicates that older adults, and particularly those with pre-existing cognitive impairment, are at a higher risk for postoperative delirium and cognitive decline following surgery. Deciding **what anesthesia is best for dementia patients** is a complex and highly personalized decision that requires careful collaboration between the family, patient, surgeon, and anesthesiologist.

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