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Tumor Board: More Than Treatment Planning--a 1-year Prospective Survey

Overview
Journal J Cancer Educ
Publisher Springer
Specialties Medical Education
Oncology
Date 2008 Dec 6
PMID 19058072
Citations 25
Authors
Troy A Gatcliffe
Robert L Coleman
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Abstract

Background: The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of gynecologic oncology tumor boards (TBs) on patient care and graduate education.

Methods: Sequential TBs were prospectively recorded. Case presentations preceded review of diagnostic studies and pathology. Following consultative dialogue, treatment plans were synthesized. Disposition alterations were categorized as major, minor, or none.

Results: In 52 weekly TBs, 153 patients were presented. Alterations were made in 53 cases. Major alterations (n = 13) predominantly resulted from pathology reassignments. Minor alterations (n = 40) resulted from pathology, staging, radiology, and surgical team clarifications.

Conclusions: Multidisciplinary TBs provide important information for prospective treatment planning and a significant educational opportunity for postgraduate trainees.

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