Review
The progress in estimation of life expectancy in elderly prostate cancer patients
Chen Lei, Pan Chunwu, Liu Hailong, Qi Jun
Published 2021-04-15
Cite as Chin J Urol, 2021, 42(4): 316-320. DOI: 10.3760/cma.j.cn112330-20200604-00446
Abstract
Prostate cancer is a common malignancy in elderly men. Assessment of life expectancy is crucial for the treatment decision. However, accurate evaluation of individual life expectancy is still a challenge for us. By now, the life expectancy assessment methods mainly include query life table, online prediction questionnaire, gait speed monitoring, considering complications, and comprehensive prediction model. The first three evaluation methods are more convenient and have strong clinical feasibility. Complication calculation and comprehensive model are less convenient but may improve the accuracy of life expectancy prediction. The application of comprehensive prediction model is recommended at present. The prediction methods need further optimization and verification.
Key words:
Prostatic neoplasms; Aged; Life expectancy
Contributor Information
Chen Lei
Department of Urology, Renji Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200127, China
Pan Chunwu
Department of Urology, Renji Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200127, China
Liu Hailong
Department of Urology, Xinhua Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200092, China
Qi Jun
Department of Urology, Xinhua Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200092, China