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A computer-based program for the follow-up of prostatic cancer patients
1Department of Urology, Beilinson Medical Centre, Sackler School of Medicine, TelAviv, Israel.
British Journal of Urology
|April 1, 1988
Summary
A new computer program aids in prostate cancer patient follow-up by managing patient data, treatments, and test results. This system offers real-time analysis for improved disease staging and treatment response evaluation.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Medical Informatics
Background:
- Prostate cancer patient management requires systematic follow-up and data analysis.
- Effective record-keeping is crucial for accurate disease staging and treatment monitoring.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a computer-based record program for prostate cancer patient follow-up.
- To discuss the practical applications and benefits of this system.
Main Methods:
- Development of a micro-computer program for IBM Personal Computers.
- Inclusion of features for recording personal data, medical history, laboratory and imaging tests, and treatment response.
- Integration with SPSS (Statistical Package for Social Sciences) for statistical analysis.
Main Results:
- The program facilitates comprehensive data recording and retrieval.
- Automated report generation for physician summaries and chronological test results.
- Enables statistical analysis of accumulated medical data.
Conclusions:
- The system provides instant access to patient information, enhancing disease staging and follow-up.
- It serves as a valuable real-time instrument for analyzing medical results and improving patient care.