Could a simple assessment help older lung cancer patients tolerate chemo better?
NCT ID NCT06139627
First seen Jul 08, 2026 · Last updated Jul 09, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial investigates whether a comprehensive geriatric assessment—a detailed evaluation of an older person's health, function, and social support—can help doctors make better treatment decisions for adults aged 60 and older with non-small cell lung cancer. Participants receive either usual care or the assessment plus tailored recommendations. The goal is to see if this approach reduces severe side effects from chemotherapy and radiation, and helps maintain physical function and quality of life.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Geriatric assessment and management recommendations
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this approach could help doctors tailor cancer treatment for older adults, reducing severe side effects and preserving quality of life.
- What could go wrong
- This is a relatively small study testing a care process, not a new drug. The benefits may be modest and may not apply to all older patients.
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Conditions
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City of Hope Medical Center
RECRUITINGDuarte, California, 91010, United States
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Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center
RECRUITINGColumbus, Ohio, 43210, United States
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University of Rochester
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGRochester, New York, 14642, United States
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