[Development of a clinical tumor registry using the DATACORD program package].

Area of Science:

• Oncology
• Medical Informatics

Context:

• Establishment of a new radiooncologic department in a general hospital.
• Need for robust internal patient documentation.

Purpose:

• To describe the development and requirements of a clinical tumor register.
• To detail the selection and adaptation of a commercial software package for patient data management.

Summary:

• A clinical tumor register was created, meeting specific departmental requirements.
• A commercial program package, compatible with irradiation planning systems, was chosen.
• The register's program structure, characteristics, and organizational aspects are defined.

Impact:

• Facilitates efficient patient documentation in radiooncology.
• Provides a model for implementing tumor registers in similar clinical settings.
• Enhances data management for radiotherapy planning and patient care.