WEB MATERIALS
Web Articles
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Websites
ePrognosis
Although many geriatric prognostic indices have been published, they may be difficult for busy clinicians to remember and use. Our goal is to be a repository of published geriatric prognostic indices where clinicians can go to obtain evidence-based information on patients’ prognosis.
To locate prognostic indices, we conducted a systematic review of the literature, published in JAMA January 11, 2011. Users should refer to this systematic review for detailed information on the accuracy, generalizability, potential for bias, and usability of these indices.
These indices are designed for older adults who do not have a dominant terminal illness. For patients with a dominant terminal illness, such as advanced dementia, cancer, or heart failure, prognostic indices specifically designed for those purposes should be used.
The information on ePrognosis is intended as a rough guide to inform clinicians about possible mortality outcomes. It is not intended to be the only basis for making care decisions, nor is it intended to be a definitive means of prognostication. Clinicians should keep in mind that every patient is an individual, and that many factors beyond those used in these indices may influence a patient’s prognosis.
Cleveland Clinic Risk Calculator Library
Department of Quantitative Health Sciences risk calculator library.
PredictCancer.org
Intended use of the PredictCancer.org:
The prediction models are to be used to supplement, not substitute for, clinical judgment. These models should only be used by physicians who are familiar with the complexity of treatment decisions in cancer treatment and should not be used directly by patients. If you are a patient and would like to obtain an individualized prediction for your specific situation, it is suggested that you ask your health care professional to obtain this prediction and go over the results with you.
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