Silent threat: low albumin levels linked to worse outcomes after cancer surgery in seniors

NCT ID NCT06998030

First seen May 16, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026

Summary

This study looked at 330 older adults (65+) who had cancer surgery to see if low albumin levels before surgery led to more complications. Researchers compared patients with low albumin to those with normal levels, tracking complications, hospital stay length, and ICU needs. The goal is to help doctors spot risks early and improve care for elderly cancer patients.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Dr. Abdurrahman Yurtaslan Ankara Oncology Education and Research Hospital Clinic of Anesthesiology and Reanimation

    Ankara, Yenimahalle, 06200, Turkey (Türkiye)

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