Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Peggy Steiner"
- Peggy Steiner's research primarily focuses on the prevalence and severity of comorbidity in cancer patients, highlighting how the presence of additional diseases affects treatment and outcomes.
- In her 2007 study published in "Critical Reviews in Oncology/Hematology," Steiner analyzed comorbidity data from 536 patients, comparing elderly cancer patients to younger ones and elderly patients with non-cancer conditions.
- The findings suggest that the number and severity of comorbidities are significantly higher in elderly cancer patients, which could impact their treatment plans and overall health management.
