Measuring The Quality Of Breast Cancer Care In Women
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Measuring The Quality Of Breast Cancer Care In Women
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Author : Howard M. Schachter
language : en
Publisher: Department of Health and Human Services Public Health Servic
Release Date : 2004-01-01
Measuring The Quality Of Breast Cancer Care In Women written by Howard M. Schachter and has been published by Department of Health and Human Services Public Health Servic this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004-01-01 with Breast categories.
Measuring The Quality Of Breast Cancer Care In Women
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Author : U.s. Department of Health and Human Services
language : en
Publisher: CreateSpace
Release Date : 2014-06-29
Measuring The Quality Of Breast Cancer Care In Women written by U.s. Department of Health and Human Services and has been published by CreateSpace this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-06-29 with Medical categories.
This evidence report describes the results of a systematic review of the scientific-medical literature designed to survey the range of quality measures assessing the quality of breast cancer care in women, and to characterize specific parameters potentially affecting their suitability for wider use. Specific emphasis was placed on diagnosis, treatment (including supportive care), follow up, and the reporting/documentation of this care. The population of interest was female adults diagnosed with, or in treatment for, any histological type of adenocarcinoma of the breast, including both in situ and invasive cancer. In addition to informing the research community and the public on the availability and utility of quality measures of breast cancer care, it is anticipated that the findings of this report will be used to help define an agenda for future research. The quality of healthcare refers to “the degree to which healthcare services for individuals and populations increase the likelihood of desired health outcomes and are consistent with current professional knowledge.” It is estimated that more than one trillion dollars is spent annually on healthcare in the United States, yet there are few systematic and comprehensive data on how well this care is provided by practitioners, organizations, and systems. Various sources (e.g., healthcare professionals, hospitals, health plans) have provided some data on healthcare, including its quality. However, the absence of a coordinated national quality measurement and reporting system has meant that these data are likely too inconsistent and incomplete to permit derivation of a national overview of problems in healthcare quality that could potentially serve to inform the public about the quality of its healthcare choices. Other than skin cancer, breast cancer remains the most common cancer in women and the second leading cause of cancer-related death. In the United States, it is estimated that, in 2003, over 211,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer, and approximately 40,000 will die from the disease. Although much less common, breast cancer also occurs in men, accounting for less than 1% of all breast cancers (approximately 1600 cases in 2003). According to data compiled by the Surveillance, Epidemiology and End Results Program (SEER), 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer during their lifetime, with the risk increasing with age. Although breast cancer occurs more often in white women than in black or Asian women, cancer survival rates have been estimated to be 15% lower in black women compared with white women. Recent statistics (1992 - 1996) indicate that breast cancer-related deaths are declining, with the largest decrease observed in younger women, both white and black. The decline in death rates is attributed to earlier detection and improved treatment. Currently, it is recommended that all women over the age of 40 receive regular mammograms (every 1 to 2 years). What follows is a brief overview of the range of breast cancer care, including some reference to available evidence.
Discussion Papers
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Author : Patricia Ganz
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1996
Discussion Papers written by Patricia Ganz and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996 with Breast categories.
Ensuring Quality Cancer Care
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Author : Institute of Medicine and National Research Council
language : en
Publisher: National Academies Press
Release Date : 1999-08-21
Ensuring Quality Cancer Care written by Institute of Medicine and National Research Council and has been published by National Academies Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1999-08-21 with Medical categories.
We all want to believe that when people get cancer, they will receive medical care of the highest quality. Even as new scientific breakthroughs are announced, though, many cancer patients may be getting the wrong care, too little care, or too much care, in the form of unnecessary procedures. How close is American medicine to the ideal of quality cancer care for every person with cancer? Ensuring Quality Cancer Care provides a comprehensive picture of how cancer care is delivered in our nation, from early detection to end-of-life issues. The National Cancer Policy Board defines quality care and recommends how to monitor, measure, and extend quality care to all people with cancer. Approaches to accountability in health care are reviewed. What keeps people from getting care? The book explains how lack of medical coverage, social and economic status, patient beliefs, physician decision-making, and other factors can stand between the patient and the best possible care. The board explores how cancer care is shaped by the current focus on evidence-based medicine, the widespread adoption of managed care, where services are provided, and who provides care. Specific shortfalls in the care of breast and prostate cancer are identified. A status report on health services research is included. Ensuring Quality Cancer Care offers wide-ranging data and information in clear context. As the baby boomers approach the years when most cancer occurs, this timely volume will be of special interest to health policy makers, public and private healthcare purchasers, medical professionals, patient advocates, researchers, and people with cancer.
Discussion Papers
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Author : Patricia Ganz
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1996
Discussion Papers written by Patricia Ganz and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996 with Breast categories.
Quality Of Life In Patients With Breast Cancer Before And After Diagnosis
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Author : Applied Research Press
language : en
Publisher: CreateSpace
Release Date : 2015-08-28
Quality Of Life In Patients With Breast Cancer Before And After Diagnosis written by Applied Research Press and has been published by CreateSpace this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-08-28 with categories.
Measuring quality of life in breast cancer patients is of importance in assessing treatment outcomes. This study examined the impact of breast cancer diagnosis and its treatment on quality of life of women with breast cancer. The findings suggest that overall breast cancer patients perceived benefit from their cancer treatment in long-term. However, patients reported problems with global quality of life, pain, arm symptoms and body image even after 18 months following their treatments. In addition, most of the functional scores did not improve.
Meeting Psychosocial Needs Of Women With Breast Cancer
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Author : National Research Council
language : en
Publisher: National Academies Press
Release Date : 2004-04-12
Meeting Psychosocial Needs Of Women With Breast Cancer written by National Research Council and has been published by National Academies Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004-04-12 with Medical categories.
In Meeting Psychosocial Needs of Women with Breast Cancer, the National Cancer Policy Board of the Institute of Medicine examines the psychosocial consequences of the cancer experience. The book focuses specifically on breast cancer in women because this group has the largest survivor population (over 2 million) and this disease is the most extensively studied cancer from the standpoint of psychosocial effects. The book characterizes the psychosocial consequences of a diagnosis of breast cancer, describes psychosocial services and how they are delivered, and evaluates their effectiveness. It assesses the status of professional education and training and applied clinical and health services research and proposes policies to improve the quality of care and quality of life for women with breast cancer and their families. Because cancer of the breast is likely a good model for cancer at other sites, recommendations for this cancer should be applicable to the psychosocial care provided generally to individuals with cancer. For breast cancer, and indeed probably for any cancer, the report finds that psychosocial services can provide significant benefits in quality of life and success in coping with serious and life-threatening disease for patients and their families.
Breast Cancer Global Quality Care
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Author : Didier Verhoeven
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Release Date : 2019-10-31
Breast Cancer Global Quality Care written by Didier Verhoeven and has been published by Oxford University Press, USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-10-31 with Breast categories.
Developing or existing breast cancer centres strive to provide the highest quality care possible within their current financial and personnel resources. Although the basics in diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer are well known, providing, monitoring, and assessing the care offered can be challenging for most sites. Based on the work of the International Congress of Breast Disease Centres, this book provides a comprehensive overview of how to start or improve a breast unit wherever you live. Written by a multidisciplinary team of over 100 experts from 25 countries, it provides a practical guide for how to optimally organise high quality integrated breast cancer care, whilst taking into account the local economics and resources available to different countries. Each component of the care pathway, including imaging, surgery, systemic treatment, nursing, and genetic assessment, is discussed from a theoretical and practical aspect. The authors define targets to strive for, methods to assess care, and key recommendations for how to improve within existing limitations. Finally, the book looks beyond the breast care unit to consider accreditation and certification, emerging technologies, media, and the role of governments. This guide will be valuable for anyone working in the field of integrated breast cancer care, including established breast care experts, those new to the field, and policy makers interested in the social, financial, and political aspects of improving breast care quality.
Cancer Care For The Whole Patient
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Author : Institute of Medicine
language : en
Publisher: National Academies Press
Release Date : 2008-03-19
Cancer Care For The Whole Patient written by Institute of Medicine and has been published by National Academies Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-03-19 with Medical categories.
Cancer care today often provides state-of-the-science biomedical treatment, but fails to address the psychological and social (psychosocial) problems associated with the illness. This failure can compromise the effectiveness of health care and thereby adversely affect the health of cancer patients. Psychological and social problems created or exacerbated by cancer-including depression and other emotional problems; lack of information or skills needed to manage the illness; lack of transportation or other resources; and disruptions in work, school, and family life-cause additional suffering, weaken adherence to prescribed treatments, and threaten patients' return to health. Today, it is not possible to deliver high-quality cancer care without using existing approaches, tools, and resources to address patients' psychosocial health needs. All patients with cancer and their families should expect and receive cancer care that ensures the provision of appropriate psychosocial health services. Cancer Care for the Whole Patient recommends actions that oncology providers, health policy makers, educators, health insurers, health planners, researchers and research sponsors, and consumer advocates should undertake to ensure that this standard is met.
Improving Palliative Care For Cancer
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Author : National Research Council
language : en
Publisher: National Academies Press
Release Date : 2001-10-19
Improving Palliative Care For Cancer written by National Research Council and has been published by National Academies Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001-10-19 with Medical categories.
In our society's aggressive pursuit of cures for cancer, we have neglected symptom control and comfort care. Less than one percent of the National Cancer Institute's budget is spent on any aspect of palliative care research or education, despite the half million people who die of cancer each year and the larger number living with cancer and its symptoms. Improving Palliative Care for Cancer examines the barriersâ€"scientific, policy, and socialâ€"that keep those in need from getting good palliative care. It goes on to recommend public- and private-sector actions that would lead to the development of more effective palliative interventions; better information about currently used interventions; and greater knowledge about, and access to, palliative care for all those with cancer who would benefit from it.