Simple frailty quiz may help predict chemo risks for seniors with stomach or bowel cancer
NCT ID NCT07184047
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 40 times
Summary
This study looked at whether two simple frailty questionnaires (G8 and VES-13) can predict serious side effects from chemotherapy in people 65 and older with gastrointestinal cancers. Researchers followed 72 patients receiving standard chemotherapy and checked their frailty, nutrition, and muscle health over time. The goal is to help doctors tailor treatment to reduce harm in older, more vulnerable patients.
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Etlik City Hospital, Medical Oncology Department
Ankara, Yenimahalle, 06210, Turkey (Türkiye)
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors identify which older patients are more likely to have severe side effects from chemotherapy, allowing for more personalized treatment plans.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-center observational study, not a treatment trial. The results may not apply to all patients or settings, and the frailty scales may not be accurate enough to change practice.
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