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Can a 90 year old survive intubation?: Survival Rates and Quality of Life

According to a study published in the *Journal of the American Geriatrics Society*, 50% of patients aged 90 and older who undergo emergency intubation die in the hospital. This sobering statistic is central to understanding the complex question: **Can a 90 year old survive intubation?** Survival is possible, but it comes with a significantly lower probability compared to younger patients and substantial risks of long-term functional decline.