Publications by authors named "Edna Darlene Rodrigues"
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- By 2040, millions of older adults in Europe will need radiation therapy due to increasing cancer rates in this age group.
- This study focused on evaluating the usage of external radiotherapy (EBRT) in Portugal by analyzing data from the National Cancer Registry and comparing actual utilization rates with ideal rates adjusted for patient comorbidities.
- Findings revealed that actual EBRT utilization rates were generally below recommended levels, especially for older patients, with significant variation depending on cancer type and age, highlighting a need for increased access and treatment equity in this demographic.
Current demographic changes translate into an increased frequency of cancer in older adults. Available data show that about 45-55% of the new cancer patients will need RT treatments, with an expected increase of 20-30% in the future. To provide the best cancer care it is mandatory to assess frailty, offer appropriate curative treatments to patients and personalise them for the frail.
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