Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer in the Elderly

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer in the Elderly Paris D. Makrantonakis, Eleni Galani, Peter G. Harper Oncologist 2004; 9: 556-560 Author Information and Disclosures Target Audience: Physicians who wish to advance their current knowledge of clinical cancer medicine in lung cancer and are involved in providing patient care in a cancer care environment. Method of Physician Participation: Read course materials, complete course quiz and evaluation form (optional). Learning Objectives After completing this course, the reader should be able to: Describe the difference between chronologic and biologic age in patients with NSCLC. Discuss how clinical trials establish biologic rather than chronologic age in patients with NSCLC. Explain the effectiveness of surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy in geriatric cancer patients with NSCLC. The NIH/FAES designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CME Activity Information Accreditation CME Instructions For Credit Privacy Statement Hardware/Software Requirements Release Date: Oct. 11, 2004 Most Recent Review: Oct. 11, 2004* Most Recent Update: Oct. 11, 2004 Date Credit Expires: Apr. 10, 2007 Time to Complete: 1 hour Medium: Internet Online *Click here to learn more about our review process.