Computerizing the Cancer Centre

This article describes a PC-based computer network that caters for the clinical information needs of a cancer centre, crossing specialty boundaries and involving all members of the multidisciplinary team. Data are captured at all stages of patients' progress, from diagnosis through to treatment...

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Published in:Clinical oncology (Royal College of Radiologists (Great Britain)) 1999-01, Vol.11 (1), p.33-39
Main Authors: Benghiat, A., Saunders, V., Steele, W.V.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Biological and medical sciences
Cancer centres
Computer Communication Networks - organization & administration
Computer Systems
Computers in oncology
England
General aspects
Humans
Information systems
Medical Oncology - organization & administration
Medical sciences
Microcomputers
Neoplasms - therapy
Outpatient Clinics, Hospital - organization & administration
Patient Care - standards
Radiation Oncology - organization & administration
Software
Tumors
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Summary:This article describes a PC-based computer network that caters for the clinical information needs of a cancer centre, crossing specialty boundaries and involving all members of the multidisciplinary team. Data are captured at all stages of patients' progress, from diagnosis through to treatment and follow-up. Office automation is integral to the system, which produces work-load and process audit information as well as clinical outcomes. Data are entered prospectively at the point of care by health care professionals, ensuring a high degree of clinical confidence. It incorporates internationally recognized datasets and its modular structure facilitates implementation and development.
ISSN:0936-6555
1433-2981
DOI:10.1053/clon.1999.9006