ScienceAnesthesia and the elderlyTo view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 videoScience01/05/2017January 5, 2017For older people, anesthesia involves greater risks than for the young. Memory loss or difficulty concentrating can result. Preparing patients well before surgery can help minimize negative consequences.https://p.dw.com/p/2VEY2Advertisement