How do you approach elderly patients with stage III NSCLC who have a reasonable performance status?

Do you recommend or make any modifications in the PACIFIC regimen for patients > 75 years of age?

Answer from: Medical Oncologist at Academic Institution

Prior to answering this question, I should be clear that I have no additional geriatric oncology training or expertise other than someone who has treated lung cancer patients for more than 25 years. Generally I approach elderly patients in the same way I...

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Radiation Oncologist at Newark Radiation Oncology
Well said!

Medical Oncologist at Penn State Cancer Institute, Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Define elderly..... Key question here. The oldest ...

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