Thursday, 26 July 2018

Utilisation of #geriatric assessment in #oncology - a survey of #Australian #medicaloncologists




Abstract
INTRODUCTION:
#Geriatric assessment (GA) is a multidimensional health assessment of the older person to evaluate their physical and cognitive function, comorbidities, #nutrition, #medications, psychological state, and social supports. GA may help #oncologists optimise care for older patients with #cancer. The aim of this study was to explore the views of #Australian #medicaloncologists regarding the incorporation of geriatric screening tools, GA and collaboration with geriatricians into routine #clinicalpractice.

METHODS:
Members of the #MedicalOncology Group of #Australia were invited to complete an online survey that evaluated respondent demographics, practice characteristics, treatment decision-making factors, use of GA, and access to #geriatricians.


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