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Sarcomas in the elderly.

A A Hertler¹, J O Moore

¹Division of Hematology and Oncology Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina.

Clinics in Geriatric Medicine

|November 1, 1987

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Rare sarcomas like osteosarcoma and soft tissue sarcoma affect the elderly. Surgical excision is preferred, with radiation and chemotherapy as adjuvant treatments for these geriatric cancers. Classic Kaposi's sarcoma also occurs in the elderly and is manageable with radiation and chemotherapy.

Area of Science:

Oncology
Geriatric Medicine
Surgical Oncology

Background:

Osteosarcomas and soft tissue sarcomas are rare in the geriatric population.
Classic Kaposi's sarcoma is a progressive, fatal disease in the elderly.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the treatment approaches for sarcomas in the geriatric population.
To highlight the role of surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy in managing these conditions.

Main Methods:

Literature review of sarcoma treatment in elderly patients.
Analysis of treatment modalities including surgical excision, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy.

Main Results:

Surgical excision is the primary treatment for osteosarcomas and soft tissue sarcomas when feasible.

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Radiation therapy and chemotherapy serve as adjuvant roles for these sarcomas.

Classic Kaposi's sarcoma in the elderly can be effectively managed with radiation and chemotherapy.

Conclusions:

Treatment strategies for sarcomas in the geriatric population prioritize surgical intervention.
Adjuvant therapies and specific treatments like radiation and chemotherapy are crucial for managing different types of sarcomas in the elderly, including Kaposi's sarcoma.