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Five-year survival rates for chronic lymphocytic leukemia show promising outcomes even in elderly patients, with 77% survival in those 75 and older.

A recent study involving 20,440 older adults with kidney failure found that initiating dialysis at an eGFR below 12 mL/min/1.73 m2 resulted in a mean survival of 770 days over a 3-year period, compared to 761 days for those continuing medical management

Age bias in oncology can lead to younger patients receiving more aggressive treatments with marginal survival benefits, potentially compromising their quality of life.

A study on palliative care for advanced lung cancer patients shows that telehealth can match in-person visits in improving quality of life and patient satisfaction. These findings support the broader implementation of telehealth in oncology.

Early targeted palliative care consultations in the ICU can significantly increase transitions to do-not-resuscitate orders and reduce the duration of mechanical ventilation, enhancing end-of-life care.

This study underscores the critical gap between Hollywood’s depiction of cancer care and the realities of diagnosis, treatment, and palliative care, urging healthcare professionals to actively correct patient misconceptions for more realistic expectations.