Oncologists' perceptions on the usefulness of geriatric assessment measures and the CARG toxicity score when prescribing chemotherapy for older patients with cancer.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jgo.2018.11.004
Abstract: BACKGROUND The use of geriatric assessment (GA) and the Cancer and Aging Research Group (CARG) Toxicity Score by Australian oncologists is low. We sought oncologists' views about the value of GA and the CARG Score… read more here.
Keywords: geriatric assessment; cancer; carg toxicity; score ... See more keywords
Implementing the cancer and aging research group (CARG) tool in the ambulatory oncology setting to drive informed treatment selection.
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DOI: 10.1200/jco.2020.39.28_suppl.209
Abstract: 209 Background: Smilow Cancer Hospital is a NCI designated cancer center in Connecticut that has built a network of 15 community-based oncology (CBO) clinics. Older patients present with unique clinical challenges including multiple comorbidities, decreased… read more here.
Keywords: chemotherapy; carg tool; treatment; cancer ... See more keywords