Challenges and Solutions for Better Management of Side Effects in Geriatric Oncology

This editorial discusses the difficulties encountered in the management of cancer among the geriatric population. Although cancer research has made substantial advancements, treatments frequently fail to consider the long-lasting consequences and adverse effects on elderly people. We advocate for en...

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Published inCurēus (Palo Alto, CA) Vol. 16; no. 5; p. e59941
Main Authors Ghosh, Shampa, Sinha, Jitendra Kumar
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States Cureus Inc 09.05.2024
Cureus
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Cancer therapies
Clinical trials
Epidemiology/Public Health
Geriatrics
Older people
Oncology
geriatric oncology
cognition
mental health
telehealth
fraility
precision model of cancer therapy
yoga
wearable technology
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Summary:This editorial discusses the difficulties encountered in the management of cancer among the geriatric population. Although cancer research has made substantial advancements, treatments frequently fail to consider the long-lasting consequences and adverse effects on elderly people. We advocate for enhanced geriatric oncology care, embodying enhanced evaluation techniques, the incorporation of complementary therapies, and the utilisation of wearable technologies for remote surveillance. Additionally, we suggest modifying future clinical trials to take into account the cognitive well-being of senior individuals. Implementing these modifications would greatly enhance cancer treatment for geriatric cancer patients.
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ISSN:2168-8184
2168-8184
DOI:10.7759/cureus.59941