Many Older Adults With Cancer Prioritize Quality of Life Over Survival

Most older adults with advanced cancer would rather prioritize preserving quality of life vs prolonging survival, but these preferences may not be taken into account, a study published in JAMA Oncology found.

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JAMA
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2026-03-27
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https://doi.org/10.1001/jama.2026.1026
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Frailty in Older Adults
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Many Older Adults With Cancer Prioritize Quality of Life Over Survival

Samantha Anderer
JAMA
Frailty in Older Adults
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Many Older Adults With Cancer Prioritize Quality of Life Over Survival

Samantha Anderer
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Abstract

Most older adults with advanced cancer would rather prioritize preserving quality of life vs prolonging survival, but these preferences may not be taken into account, a study published in JAMA Oncology found.

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