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Tele-Geriatric Oncology Trial Evaluates Remote Assessment for Older Cancer Patients — Feasibility Results Expected 2026

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26 May 2026

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Memorial Sloan Kettering's tele-geriatric oncology trial evaluates remote comprehensive geriatric assessment for 124 older cancer patients. Results expected 2026 could transform care delivery for elderly patients with gastrointestinal and gynecological cancers.

Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov

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