Table 1 Variables associated with decreased survival in adult patients with advanced cancer25
Symptoms and signsBiological factorsOthers
AnorexiaLeukocytosisClinician prediction of
DyspnoeaLymphocytopeniasurvival
XerostomiaAnaemiaPerformance status
DysphagiaC-reactive proteinand change in
PainPrehypoalbuminaemiaperformance status
NauseaProteinuriaPrimary site of cancer
Weight lossSerum calciumSites of metastasis
TachycardiaSerum sodiumAge
FeverLactate dehydrogenaseGender
TirednessMarital status
Oedema
Ascites