CONSIDERATIONS REGARDING THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN ELDERLY PATIENTS WITH COLORECTAL CANCER – A LITERATURE REVIEW
Abstract:
At global level, demographic transition has generated morbidity and mortality
transition.(2 3) Lung, colorectal and breast cancer rates are increasing, as a result of
demographic and industrial changes. Colorectal cancer ranks among the top five cancer locations
in both genders.(1) According to publications focusing on the study of the quality of life in elderly
patients with colorectal cancer pathology, multiple socio-cultural, medical aspects, types of
treatment used, as well as financial aspects including both the standard of living of the affected
persons and treatment costs, may contribute to a decrease in the quality of life of this population
category. Studies demonstrate that a multidisciplinary approach of these issues in elderly patients
with colorectal cancer pathology can provide relevant information for optimizing their quality of
life.
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