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1Evangelisches Krankenhaus Düsseldorf.
Langenbecks Archiv Fur Chirurgie. Supplement II, Verhandlungen Der Deutschen Gesellschaft Fur Chirurgie. Deutsche Gesellschaft Fur Chirurgie. Kongress
|January 1, 1990
Summary
Effective cancer patient follow-up involves coordinated care from involved physicians, achieving high compliance. This system aids in identifying patients needing further therapeutic or palliative treatment post-surgery.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Clinical Management
Context:
- Cancer follow-up care organization and execution.
- Multidisciplinary approach involving hospital doctors and practitioners.
Purpose:
- To outline the structure and effectiveness of a cancer follow-up system.
- To report on patient compliance and outcomes in cancer care.
Summary:
- The described cancer follow-up system is managed by directly involved physicians, encompassing diagnostic, therapeutic, and palliative care.
- High patient compliance (94%) and a low drop-out rate (6%) were observed.
- Twenty percent of colorectal cancer patients post-curative surgery showed pathologic findings, with half eligible for further treatment.
Impact:
- Demonstrates a successful model for cancer patient follow-up with high adherence.
- Highlights the importance of integrated care in managing post-surgical cancer patients.
- Identifies a significant subset of patients benefiting from continued therapeutic or palliative interventions.