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Early Palliative Care for the Geriatric Patient with Cancer
Colleen Carroll1, Lori Ruder1, Christine Miklosovic1
1Division of Solid Tumor Oncology, Supportive and Palliative Oncology, University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center, 11100 Euclid Avenue, Lakeside Suite 1200, Mailstop LKS 5079, Cleveland, OH 44106, USA.
Clinics in Geriatric Medicine
|June 29, 2023
Summary
Early palliative care and a multidisciplinary team approach are crucial for older adults with cancer. Addressing geriatric concerns and medication risks ensures optimal care for this complex patient population.
Area of Science:
- Geriatric oncology
- Palliative care
- Internal medicine
Background:
- Older adults with cancer face complex, multidimensional health challenges.
- Standard cancer care may not adequately address age-related issues.
- Palliative care integration is often delayed in this demographic.
Purpose of the Study:
- To emphasize the importance of early palliative care integration for older adults with cancer.
- To highlight the necessity of a multidisciplinary team approach.
- To review geriatric-specific concerns in cancer care for older adults.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and synthesis of current evidence.
- Discussion of geriatric assessment principles.
- Analysis of polypharmacy and prescribing risks in older cancer patients.
Main Results:
- Early palliative care improves outcomes for older adults with cancer.
- A multidisciplinary team is essential for comprehensive care.
- Geriatric considerations, including metabolic changes and polypharmacy, significantly impact treatment.
Conclusions:
- Integrating geriatric and palliative care early is vital for older adults with cancer.
- Multidisciplinary team involvement ensures holistic patient management.
- Addressing age-related complexities optimizes care and quality of life.
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