haematology geriatrics

G8 Geriatric Screening Tool for Older Oncology Patients

Eight-item screening tool to identify older patients with cancer (age 70 or above) who require comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA) before chemotherapy. Score 14 or below indicates abnormal screen; full CGA recommended. Validated by Bellera et al. 2012 and endorsed by ESMO, SIOG, and ASCO for geriatric oncology practice.

Has food intake declined over the past 3 months due to loss of appetite, digestive problems, or chewing/swallowing difficulties?*

Weight loss over the past 3 months*

Mobility*

Neuropsychological problems*

Body mass index (BMI kg/m2)*

Number of prescription medications*

Compared with other people of the same age, how does the patient consider his or her health status?*

Age*

References

Bellera CA et al. Screening older cancer patients: first evaluation of the G-8 geriatric screening tool. Ann Oncol. 2012;23(8):2166-2172.
Wildiers H et al. International Society of Geriatric Oncology consensus on geriatric assessment in older patients with cancer. J Clin Oncol. 2014;32(24):2595-2603.

Curated clinical cross-links plus same-class fallbacks.

Calculators

CARG Chemotherapy Toxicity Tool for Older Patients · Geriatric Oncology

Drugs

Pathways

Decision support only — verify against MDCalc, NICE, or your local guideline before clinical use.

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