Fall Risk in Older Prostate Cancer Survivors
Author Information
Author(s): Guidarelli Carolyn, Stoyles Sydnee, Dieckmann Nathan, Sokolova Alexandra, Graff Julie, Roeland Eric, Winters-Stone Kerri
Primary Institution: Oregon Health & Science University
Hypothesis
Traditional fall risk cutoff scores may not accurately classify faller status in older prostate cancer survivors treated with androgen deprivation therapy.
Conclusion
Traditional fall risk cutoff scores do not accurately classify faller status in prostate cancer survivors exposed to androgen deprivation therapy.
Supporting Evidence
- 37.9% of participants reported a fall within the last year.
- Each test had similar sensitivity and specificity with AUCs around 56%.
Takeaway
This study looked at older men who survived prostate cancer and found that the usual ways to check if they might fall don't work well for them.
Methodology
The study used baseline data from the GET FIT Prostate trial, capturing fall history and conducting lab and remote assessments of various physical performance tests.
Potential Biases
The study does not mention any risks of bias.
Limitations
The study does not provide specific limitations.
Participant Demographics
Older prostate cancer survivors with a mean age of 74.5 years.
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