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Cure or care in everyday practice.

C K Drinkwater, S H Roberts

    Journal of Medical Ethics
    |March 1, 1978
    PubMed
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    Two stomach cancer cases highlight the impact of diagnostic and treatment decisions on patient outcomes. Evaluating care quality and costs remains challenging, especially with medical audit advancements.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Surgical Oncology
    • Health Services Research

    Background:

    • This study examines two cases of stomach carcinoma (gastric cancer) diagnosed and treated within a short timeframe.
    • The cases illustrate the critical role of diagnostic accuracy and treatment modality in patient prognosis for advanced gastric cancer.

    Observation:

    • One patient received symptomatic treatment, while the other underwent radical surgical intervention.
    • Both patients presented with carcinoma of the stomach and experienced similar, short survival periods post-diagnosis.

    Findings:

    • Treatment decisions significantly influenced patient care pathways and outcomes.
    • The study highlights the complexities in evaluating the monetary costs and quality of care provided.

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    Implications:

    • Findings underscore the importance of timely and accurate diagnosis in gastric cancer management.
    • The challenges in assessing healthcare costs and quality necessitate further investigation within medical audit frameworks.