Purpose Of Review: Since SARS-CoV2 pandemic, many specialties have introduced virtual assessments within clinical practice. Conducting an online geriatric assessment, or relying on self-reported questionnaires, may be more challenging than a conventional medical appointment. This review aims to discuss the state of research on virtual assessment and self-reported questionnaires in the general geriatric population and specifically in Oncology.
Recent Findings: Virtual assessment of older adults has been the focus of two separate position papers. Aside from videoconferences or phone appointments, self-reported questionnaires have emerged in recent years as reliable tools to screen for frailty and triage patients who would benefit from a comprehensive in-person assessment, with adequate correlation with in-person tests, good acceptance by the respondents and being well received by healthcare providers. Although some have been tried in geriatric oncology, many still lack validation, and their widespread use may be limited by digital literacy, cognitive impairment, and social supports.
Summary: The development, validation and adoption of self-reported questionnaires and virtual assessment in the care of older adults with cancer may overcome the staffing limitations and time constrains that frequently hampers the widespread evaluation of this population to improve their care.
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