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Thursday, June 24, 2010

How Does Older Age Influence Oncologists' Cancer Management?



Conclusions. 
Advanced age can deter oncologists from choosing intensive cancer therapy, even if patients are highly functional and lack comorbidities. Education on tailoring cancer treatment and a greater use of comprehensive geriatric assessment may reduce cancer undertreatment in the geriatric population.

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