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A systematic review and comparative evaluation to develop and validate a comprehensive framework for cancer
Mohsen Soleimani1, Marjan GhaziSaeedi2, Seyed Mohammad Ayyoubzadeh3
1Department of Health Information Management and Medical Informatics, School of Allied Medical Sciences, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. mohsensoleymani66@gmail.com.
Summary
A new cancer surveillance framework improves data accuracy and global comparability. This adaptable system enhances public health decision-making by standardizing collection and analysis of cancer data worldwide.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Health Informatics
Background:
- Global cancer burden necessitates improved surveillance systems.
- Existing systems face challenges in data standardization, interoperability, and adaptability.
- This study addresses these gaps by developing a comprehensive cancer surveillance framework.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and validate a comprehensive framework for cancer surveillance systems.
- To enhance global applicability and regional relevance of cancer data.
- To address limitations in data standardization and interoperability.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of 13 studies following PRISMA guidelines.
- Comparative evaluation of 13 international cancer surveillance systems.
- Validation of a researcher-designed checklist through expert consultation (82% response rate, Cronbach's alpha = 0.849).
Main Results:
- The framework integrates comprehensive epidemiological indicators (incidence, prevalence, mortality, survival).
- It includes demographic filters (age, sex, location) for stratified analysis.
- Utilizes ICD-O standards for precise cancer type classification, ensuring data comparability.
Conclusions:
- The validated framework offers a structured, adaptable approach to cancer data.
- Enhances public health decision-making and resource allocation.
- Represents a significant advancement in global cancer surveillance methodologies.
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