Patient-reported cognitive and functional impairments among older Canadians with cancer: A population-based study
Journal of Pain and Symptom Management Aug 09, 2020
Abdel-Rahman O., et al. - Researchers evaluated the prevalence of self-reported cognitive and functional impairments among older adults with cancer (n = 4,342) vs older adults without cancer (n = 68,768), as well as factors correlated with self-reported cognitive impairment among older adults with cancer using multivariable logistic regression analysis. The sample consisted of 73,110 participants aged 65 years. Among older adults with cancer, older age, lower-income, poor self-perceived health, poor self-perceived mental health, and illicit drug use were associated with participant-reported cognitive impairment. Compared with older adults without cancer, older adults with cancer are more likely to report impaired cognitive and functional status, according to this population-based study. Further efforts are required to ensure the integration of validated geriatric assessment tools (incorporating patient-reported elements) in the care of older adults with cancer.
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