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flag New initiative aims to reduce surgery-related mental confusion in older adults through better anesthesia practices.

flag Older adults face higher risks of postoperative delirium—a condition causing confusion and memory issues—after surgery. flag The American Society of Anesthesiologists launched the Perioperative Brain Health Initiative to address this by providing guidelines and patient education. flag Recommendations include detailed pre-surgery evaluations, selecting appropriate anesthesia, and using medications like dexmedetomidine to reduce risks. flag Patients are advised to discuss their health conditions and medications with their anesthesiologists.

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