Improving Quality of Life in Older Patients With Frailty and Hematological Cancer Through Geriatric Assessment

"CGA and treatment is as an outpatient evaluation by a geriatric medical specialist and nurse. Specific CGA components in this study include:~* Assessment of comorbidity and treatments~* Review of medications including potential adjustment~* Assessment of current symptoms and health related issues including geriatric syndromes such as depression, dementia, delirium, nutritional problems, falls and fatigue~* Objective examination including blood tests and electrocardiogram~* Assessment of activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental ADL through standardized questionnaires~* Assessment of domestic conditions, including need for assistance~* Assessment of physical function Based on findings, the geriatrician will initiate relevant interventions and follow-up as required"