PRACTICE CHANGER
Do not routinely initiate β-blockers in patients undergoing intermediate- or high-risk noncardiac surgery. β-Blockers appear to increase the 30-day risk for all-cause mortality.1
STRENGTH OF RECOMMENDATION
A: Based on meta-analysis of nine randomized controlled trials (RCTs).1
ILLUSTRATIVE CASE
A 67-year-old woman with diabetes, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia presents for evaluation prior to a total hip arthroplasty. She is not taking a β-blocker. Should you prescribe one?
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