Association of Age with Changes in Renal Function, Biochemical Parameters, and Electrolytes During Surgery

Background

Surgery and anesthesia can affect how the kidneys work and the body’s chemistry, in people who already have kidney problems. The patient’s age is a factor that can influence how well the kidneys work and how they react to the stress of surgery. So, checking the patients’ blood work before and after surgery can give doctors information about how the kidneys are doing during this time. Surgery and anesthesia can cause changes in function, and the body’s chemistry and age can affect renal function and the response to surgery.