A narrative review of evidence to guide deprescribing among older adults
Abstract Potentially inappropriate prescription and polypharmacy are well‐known risk factors for morbidity and mortality among older adults. However, recent systematic reviews have failed to demonstrate the overall survival benefits of deprescribing. Thus, it is necessary to synthesize the current e...
Main Authors: | Kenya Ie, Shuichi Aoshima, Taku Yabuki, Steven M. Albert |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wiley
2021-07-01
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Series: | Journal of General and Family Medicine |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1002/jgf2.464 |
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