Radiation Therapy in Older Adults With Cancer: A Critical Modality in Geriatric Oncology

Radiation therapy (RT) is a commonly used modality in the treatment of older adults with cancer, and RT represents an attractive oncologic treatment option, providing a noninvasive local therapy with limited systemic side effects. The Journal of Clinical Oncology (JCO) recently published a special series on Geriatric Oncology providing a comprehensive overview of multiple treatment modalities available to older adults with cancer. The purpose of this short review is to highlight the importance of RT in the treatment of older adults and encourage multidisciplinary participation in their care. Proud to have worked with some amazing colleagues on this work highlighting the importance of radiation treatment for our older adults.

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Radiation therapy is a commonly used treatment option for older adults with cancer, offering a noninvasive local therapy with limited side effects. A review highlights the importance of radiation therapy in the treatment of older adults and encourages multidisciplinary participation.