U.S., March 12 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT06870617) titled 'Practical Geriatric Assessment (PGA) Implementation Strategies and Correlative Evaluations (PACE-70)' on March 06.
Brief Summary: The use of a geriatric assessment to inform oncologic care for older persons with cancer is an evidence-based practice that improves patient-clinician communication, reduces treatment-related toxicity, and is recommended by national guidelines. However, the implementation of a geriatric assessment can be time-consuming and burdensome, leading to suboptimal use in clinical practice. Developed and endorsed by the American Society for Clinical Oncology (ASCO), the Practical Geriatric Assessment (PGA) is des...