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Outcomes research studies

J Weeks1, D G Pfister

  • 1Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA.

Oncology (Williston Park, N.Y.)
|November 1, 1996
PubMed
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The outcomes movement aims to reduce geographic variability in medical practice by developing guidelines and analyzing clinical data. The National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) is now applying these outcomes management principles to cancer care.

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Area of Science:

  • Health Services Research
  • Medical Practice Variation
  • Quality Improvement in Oncology

Background:

  • Studies in the 1970s and '80s identified significant geographic variability in US medical practices, driven by non-medical factors.
  • Outcomes management involves guideline development, data collection, and data analysis for continuous improvement.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To address the lag in outcomes research and management within oncology.
  • To implement outcomes management principles across cancer care.

Main Methods:

  • The National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) is committed to performing outcomes research within its member institutions.
  • Pooling and analyzing selected patterns of care and outcomes data.
  • Developing a uniform outcomes measurement system.

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Main Results:

  • Cancer care has historically lagged in adopting outcomes research and management strategies.
  • The NCCN has initiated the pooling and analysis of cancer care patterns and outcomes data.
  • Progress is being made towards a standardized system for monitoring guideline adherence.

Conclusions:

  • Implementing outcomes management is crucial for improving cancer care consistency and quality.
  • The NCCN's initiative represents a significant step towards standardized outcomes measurement in oncology.
  • A uniform outcomes measurement system will enable better monitoring of guideline compliance in cancer treatment.