Impact of the comprehensive geriatric assessment on treatment decision in geriatric oncology

Impact of the comprehensive geriatric assessment on treatment decision in geriatric oncology

Abstract Background The comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA) is the gold standard in geriatric oncology to identify patients at high risk of adverse outcomes and optimize cancer and overall management. Many studies have demonstrated that CGA could modify oncologic treatment decision. However, th...

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Main Authors: Sandrine Sourdet, Delphine Brechemier, Zara Steinmeyer, Stephane Gerard, Laurent Balardy
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-05-01
Series:BMC Cancer
Subjects:
Geriatric oncology
Geriatric assessment
Treatment decision-making
Physical performance
Cognitive impairment
Malnutrition
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12885-020-06878-2

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