Geriatric assessment is the future: Retiring Karnofsky and ECOG performance status in modern cancer care

Key Points

• This research aims to evaluate the relevance of geriatric assessments compared to Karnofsky and ECOG performance statuses in cancer treatment.
• Literature review of existing geriatric assessments
• Comparative analysis of Karnofsky and ECOG metrics
• Recommendations for improved clinical practices
• Geriatric assessments provide a more comprehensive evaluation of patient health and functionality.
• The integration of these assessments leads to better treatment outcomes and tailored care plans.