| Literature DB >> 32933870 |
Jaidyn Muhandiramge1, Suzanne Orchard2, Andrew Haydon3, John Zalcberg4.
Abstract
Older cancer survivors may experience ageing at an accelerated rate when compared to their similar-aged, cancer-free counterparts. Ageing is undoubtedly a significant risk factor for cancer. There is evidence to suggest, however, that this relationship may in fact be bidirectional, with cancer and its treatments contributing to the ageing process. In this review, we outline the current literature linking cancer and anti-cancer therapy to adverse ageing outcomes and explore what additional research is needed in order to conclusively define cancer and its treatment as an accelerator of ageing.Entities:
Keywords: Accelerated ageing; Ageing; Cancer; Chronic disease; Cognitive decline; Frailty; Functional decline; Older patients
Year: 2020 PMID: 32933870 DOI: 10.1016/j.jgo.2020.09.010
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Geriatr Oncol ISSN: 1879-4068 Impact factor: 3.599