Factors associated with falls in older adults with cancer: a validated model from the Cancer and Aging Research Group.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Falls in older adults with cancer are common, yet factors associated with fall-risk are not well-defined and may differ from the general geriatric population. This study aims to develop and validate a model of factors associated with prior falls among older adults with cancer.

Methods

In this cross-sectional secondary analysis, two cohorts of patients aged ≥ 65 with cancer were examined to develop and validate a model of factors associated with falls in the prior 6 months. Potential independent variables, including demographic and laboratory data and a geriatric assessment (encompassing comorbidities, functional status, physical performance, medications, and psychosocial status), were identified. A multivariate model was developed in the derivation cohort using an

SUBMITTER: Wildes TM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6117216 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature