Symptom frequency and change of oldest old cancer patients

ConclusionsOldest old cancer patients have high frequencies of multiple symptoms on initial referral. However, these symptom frequencies are lower when compared to younger age groups. Additionally, many of their symptoms improved on first follow-up visit in the palliative care clinic. More research is needed to address the needs of this growing cancer population and focus symptoms that can improve with palliative care intervention.
Source: Supportive Care in Cancer - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research