Diagnostic Difficulties and Factors Affecting Diagnosis in Acutely Ill Elderly Japanese Patients Living at Home
ConclusionPrimary care providers should note subtle symptoms and the number of medications taken, provide follow-up, and consider gastrointestinal diseases when making a diagnosis following acute changes in an elderly patient.
Source: International Journal of Gerontology - Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research
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