Posterior Instrumented Spinal Surgery Outcomes in the Elderly: A Comparison of the 5-Item and 11-Item Modified Frailty Indices.

Barry Ting Sheen KwehHui Qing LeeTerence TanSusan LiewMartin HunnJin Wee Tee

Published in: Global spine journal (2022)

The mFI-5 and mFI-11 are equally effective predictors of postoperative morbidity and mortality in this population. The brevity of the mFI-5 is advantageous in facilitating its daily clinical use.

Keyphrases

community dwelling
minimally invasive
psychometric properties
coronary artery bypass
spinal cord
patients undergoing
physical activity
middle aged
surgical site infection
metabolic syndrome
coronary artery disease
acute coronary syndrome
skeletal muscle