Shifting paradigms in the treatment of older adults with AML.
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DOI: 10.1053/j.seminhematol.2019.02.002
Abstract: The treatment of acute myeloid leukemia has been associated with dismal outcomes despite available therapies. The morbidity and mortality associated with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) are most profound in older patients who account for the… read more here.
Keywords: older adults; treatment; treatment older; paradigms treatment ... See more keywords
Cognitive Function in Adults With Acute Myeloid Leukemia Treated With Chemotherapy: A Systematic Review.
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DOI: 10.1097/ncc.0000000000001164
Abstract: BACKGROUND Chemotherapy is essential for treating acute myeloid leukemia (AML). Previous studies concluded that survivors of cancer who were treated with chemotherapy experience cognitive impairment. Therefore, it is important to understand cognitive function in survivors… read more here.
Keywords: function; myeloid leukemia; adults aml; cognitive function ... See more keywords
Geriatric assessment predicts non-fatal toxicities and survival for intensively treated older adults with AML.
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DOI: 10.1182/blood.2021013671
Abstract: Given a few prospective studies with conflicting results, we investigated the prognostic value of multi-parameter geriatric assessment (GA) domains on tolerance and outcomes after intensive chemotherapy in older adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML). Newly… read more here.
Keywords: non fatal; adults aml; older adults; assessment ... See more keywords