Geriatric oncology: problems with under-treatment within this population
We are currently faced with an aging population, which is rapidly growing worldwide. Two thirds of cancer occurs in the over 65-year age group. Societal conceptions from the past have created ageist stereotypes; old age is associated with frailty and the elderly are perceived to be destined for dete...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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China Anti-Cancer Association
2015-12-01
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| Series: | Cancer Biology & Medicine |
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| Online Access: | http://www.cancerbiomed.org/index.php/cocr/article/view/881 |