Embracing the complexity: Older adults with cancer-related cognitive decline-A Young International Society of Geriatric Oncology Position Paper
Author Department
Internal Medicine; Medicine
Document Type
Article, Peer-reviewed
Publication Date
10-2019
Abstract
Cancer-related cognitive decline (CRCD) may have particularly significant consequences for older adults, impacting their functional and physical abilities, level of independence, ability to make decisions, treatment adherence, overall quality of life, and ultimately survival. In honor of Dr. Hurria's work we explore and examine multiple types of screening, assessment and non-pharmacologic treatments for CRCD. We then suggest future research and clinical practice questions to holistically appreciate the complexity of older adults with cancer's experiences and fully integrate the team-based approach to best serve this population.
Recommended Citation
Pergolotti M, Battisti NML, Padgett L, Sleight AG, Abdallah M, Newman R, Van Dyk K, Covington KR, Williams GR, van den Bos F, Pollock Y, Salerno EA, Magnuson A, Gattás-Vernaglia IF, Ahles TA. Embracing the complexity: Older adults with cancer-related cognitive decline-A Young International Society of Geriatric Oncology Position Paper. J Geriatr Oncol. 2019 Oct 13.
PMID
31619372