Prospective study validates geriatric nutritional risk index for predicting postoperative complications in oldest-old patients, suggesting its role in risk stratification.
Key Points
Preoperative geriatric nutritional risk index identifies oldest-old patients at higher risk for complications.
Patients with GNRI >98 had better G8 scores and EQ-5D index values, indicating better overall health status.
Analysis included 24 oldest-old patients undergoing colorectal cancer surgery, reflecting demographic characteristics and function.
GNRI ≤98 correlates with poorer nutritional status, highlighting the need for tailored preoperative interventions.