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[Cancer of the lung: software construction for data filing and processing]
Acta Bio-Medica De L'Ateneo Parmense : Organo Della Societa Di Medicina E Scienze Naturali Di Parma
|January 1, 1983
Summary
This study introduces a microcomputer system for managing lung cancer patient data in Italy. The system enhances data analysis, improving patient management and treatment selection for neoplastic growth control.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Medical Informatics
Context:
- National Research Council (NRC) Project 'Neoplastic growth control' in Italy.
- Utilizing microcomputer technology for cancer patient data management since 1978.
Purpose:
- To report initial experiences using a microcomputer for filing and processing lung cancer patient data.
- To develop a versatile software for managing and analyzing patient information.
Summary:
- A TRS 80 microcomputer with 48 Kbyte RAM is used, with software designed for approximately 2000 patients.
- Each patient record includes 122 parameters; 80 cases have been stored.
- The system facilitates efficient data analysis, patient management, and retrospective/prospective case evaluation.
Impact:
- Enables more efficient data analysis for lung cancer patients.
- Improves the management of hospitalized patients.
- Facilitates informed selection of optimal treatments through accurate and prompt information availability.