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Articles related to focusing on healthy aging, prevention, mobility, cognition, nutrition, independence, and caregiving support.

Oct 30, 2025

5 min

Can a 100 year old survive surgery? Navigating Risks and Success Factors

A Mayo Clinic study from 1999 concluded that centenarians can do well after surgery, with recovery more dependent on overall health than chronological age. Answering the question, **Can a 100 year old survive surgery?**, requires a personalized approach, focusing on individual physiology and comprehensive care planning.

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Oct 28, 2025

4 min

Who is the Oldest Person to Have a Knee Replacement? A Look at Centenarian Surgery

Did you know a 101-year-old woman holds a record for the oldest person to have a knee replacement? This article explores this remarkable case and what it means for geriatric surgery.

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