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Surgery in the older patient. Oncology (Williston Park) 2002 Feb;16(2):183-9; discussion 194-6, 199

Date

02/28/2002

Pubmed ID

11866135

Scopus ID

2-s2.0-0036480270 (requires institutional sign-in at Scopus site)   4 Citations

Abstract

Surgery is still the most important treatment for solid tumors, regardless of the age of the patient. In this article, we discuss the physiology of aging as it relates to risk assessment in the elderly surgical oncology patient. A brief review of the role of surgery in the treatment of breast, colorectal, pancreatic, and gastric cancer is provided, because these solid tumors primarily affect elderly patients. Options for palliation are discussed. We conclude that older patients should not be deprived of curative surgery based on chronologic age alone.

Author List

Termuhlen PM, Kemeny MM

MESH terms used to index this publication - Major topics in bold

Age Factors
Colorectal Neoplasms
Humans
Liver Neoplasms
Neoplasms
Palliative Care
Pancreatic Neoplasms
Stomach Neoplasms