Accuracy of the COMPASS-CAT thrombosis risk assessment scale in predicting venous thromboembolism in cancer patients: a meta-analysis
- Wei Zhou 1, Shujuan Chen 1, Jinhong Yang 2, Yihong Jiang 2, Shirong Fang 3
- Wei Zhou 1, Shujuan Chen 1, Jinhong Yang 2
- 1School of Nursing, Shandong Second Medical University, Weifang, Shandong, 261000, China.
- 2Medical Oncology, Weifang People's Hospital, Weifang, Shandong, 261000, China.
- 3Anesthesia Department, Weifang People's Hospital, 151 Guangwen Street, Kuiwen District, Weifang, Shandong, 261000, China. fsr0536@163.com.
- 0School of Nursing, Shandong Second Medical University, Weifang, Shandong, 261000, China.
Related Experiment Videos
Contact us if these videos are not relevant.
Contact us if these videos are not relevant.
View abstract on PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.The COMPASS-CAT tool shows diagnostic value in predicting venous thromboembolism (VTE) for cancer patients. Further research is recommended for broader cancer types and larger patient cohorts.
Area Of Science
- Oncology
- Hematology
- Diagnostic Accuracy
Background
- Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a significant complication in cancer patients.
- Accurate prediction tools are crucial for timely intervention and management.
Purpose Of The Study
- To systematically review and assess the diagnostic accuracy of the COMPASS-CAT tool for VTE prediction in cancer patients.
Main Methods
- A comprehensive literature search was conducted across multiple databases up to April 2023.
- Study quality was assessed using the QUADAS-2 tool.
- Meta-analysis and meta-regression were performed using Stata MP 17.0.
Main Results
- Thirteen studies with 8,665 patients were included.
- The COMPASS-CAT score demonstrated a pooled sensitivity of 0.76 and specificity of 0.67 (AUC=0.77).
- Higher accuracy was observed in international outpatient settings (sensitivity=0.94, AUC=0.86) compared to domestic inpatient settings (sensitivity=0.65, AUC=0.78).
Conclusions
- The COMPASS-CAT score possesses diagnostic value for VTE in cancer patients.
- The tool effectively identifies patients at risk, though heterogeneity exists.
- Future research should focus on diverse cancer types and large-scale, multi-center prospective studies.
Related Experiment Videos
Contact us if these videos are not relevant.
Contact us if these videos are not relevant.

