Physical and Mental Assessment of Older Patients With Newly Diagnosed Acute Myeloid Leukemia
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RATIONALE: Learning about physical ability and mental function over time in older patients with acute myeloid leukemia may help doctors learn about the long-term effects of treatment and plan the best treatment.
PURPOSE: This clinical trial is assessing physical and mental status in older patients with newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia.
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OBJECTIVES:
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- Test the feasibility of pre-treatment, bedside assessment of functional and cognitive status in older adults with newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia (AML).
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- Obtain preliminary data regarding the predictive value of pre-treatment, bedside assessment of functional and cognitive status on overall survival, length of hospitalization and early death.
OUTLINE: This is a prospective study.
At baseline, patients complete questionnaires including the Vulnerable Elders Survey (functional status), the Mini-Mental Status Exam (cognition), and the Center for Epidemiologic Studies-Depression. Patients also undergo physical function testing via the Short Physical Performance Battery and hand grip strength. Further information parameters are obtained by periodic medical chart reviews.
Patients are followed every 3 months for up to 2 years.
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DISEASE CHARACTERISTICS:
- Pathologically confirmed newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia
- Planned induction chemotherapy
- Inpatient status
PATIENT CHARACTERISTICS:
- No requirement for intensive care unit support
PRIOR CONCURRENT THERAPY:
- See Disease Characteristics
- No prior therapy for acute myeloid leukemia
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11 participants in 1 patient group
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