ASCO 2020: The Geriatric Assessment Comes of Age
Enrique Soto‐Pérez‐de‐Celis, Matti Aapro, Hyman B. Muss
Abstract
This commentary provides an overview of four randomized clinical trials on the use of geriatric assessment to guide decisions and interventions for cancer care. These studies show the effect of geriatric interventions on oncological outcomes, including toxicity, quality of life, and survival.
Topics & Concepts
Psychological interventionMedicineQuality of life (healthcare)Randomized controlled trialGerontologyClinical trialGeriatric careNursingInternal medicineFrailty in Older AdultsNutrition and Health in AgingPalliative Care and End-of-Life Issues