| Literature DB >> 26201264 |
Oscar B Lahoud1, Craig S Sauter, Paul A Hamlin, Parastoo Bahrami Dahi.
Abstract
High-dose chemotherapy followed by autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HDT/ASCT) can improve survival in patients with lymphoma. Limited experience is available on the safety and efficacy of HDT/ASCT in elderly patients. In this article, we review the published data on the role of HDT/ASCT in management of lymphoma in older patients. Based on available data, evaluation of comorbidities, functional status, and comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA) will help identify those who can benefit most from this intervention. Prospective clinical trials focusing on HDT/ASCT in older patients with lymphoma are needed to establish optimal management protocols in this select population.Entities:
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Year: 2015 PMID: 26201264 PMCID: PMC5542393 DOI: 10.1007/s11912-015-0465-x
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Curr Oncol Rep ISSN: 1523-3790 Impact factor: 5.075