[Assessment of nursing needs and risk management in geriatric oncology]

Soins Gerontol. 2013 Jan-Feb:(99):35-9.
[Article in French]

Abstract

In France, the incidence and rate of mortality of cancer increase with age. For elderly patients suffering from cancer, the standard geriatric assessment, together with an oncological assessment aims to optimise the treatment. This geriatric oncology assessment enables the priorities to be identified and the cancer treatment to be adapted by anticipating the risks and organising the support care.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Geriatric Assessment*
  • Humans
  • Neoplasms / therapy*
  • Nursing Assessment*
  • Risk Management*