RCT: A geriatric assessment–driven intervention can reduce chemotherapy-related toxic effects in older adults with cancer.

Geriatric Assessment–Driven Intervention (GAIN) on Chemotherapy-Related Toxic Effects in Older Adults With Cancer: A Randomized Clinical Trial – JAMA Oncology (link to abstract – $ for full-text)

Commentary: Older adults receiving additional supportive care services experience fewer side effects from chemotherapy – City of Hope National Medical Center

Commentary on Twitter

Randomized trial with 604 older patients with cancer starting a new chemo regimen showed the incidence of grade 3 or higher chemo-related toxic effects was significantly lower in those who underwent a geriatric assessment-driven intervention https://t.co/QtOgmLDRU1

— JAMA Oncology (@JAMAOnc) October 1, 2021