Multiple Choice
When considering surgery for an elderly patient,the risk of surgery should be measured against the risk of not operating,and the expected postoperative quality of life.Which important factors should be evaluated in the decision making?
A) Personal motivation
B) Patient's state of independence
C) Disease course versus life expectancy
D) Patient's support system
E) Surgical risk versus nonoperative management
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