Postoperative outcomes in patients with a do-not-resuscitate (DNR) order undergoing elective procedures

Do-not-resuscitate (DNR) status has been shown to be an independent risk factor for mortality in the post-operative period. Patients with DNR orders often undergo elective surgeries to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life, but there are limited data on outcomes for informed decision making.

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