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Gross hematuria in nonagenarians admitted to a urological ward: prevalence, predictors, and outcomes

  • By

  • Andreas Banner

  • Magdalena Schneider

  • Stephan Madersbacher

  • Igor Grabovac

  • October 16, 2025

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    Gross hematuria is prevalent among nonagenarians, often linked to conditions like bladder cancer and benign prostatic hyperplasia.

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    Anticoagulant and antiplatelet therapies may influence the occurrence of gross hematuria in elderly patients.

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    Nearly half of nonagenarian admissions to urological wards are due to gross hematuria, highlighting its clinical significance.

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    The Canadian Study of Health and Aging Clinical Frailty Scale is a valuable tool for assessing frailty and predicting outcomes in this population.

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    Identifying risk factors for gross hematuria can enhance patient-centered care and resource planning for the aging population.

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Gross hematuria in nonagenarians admitted to a urological ward: prevalence, predictors, and outcomes

  • by Andreas Banner, Magdalena Schneider, Stephan Madersbacher, Igor Grabovac

  • October 16, 2025

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