Efficiency and Productivity of Cancer Care in Europe
This study measure the efficiency and productivity of breast and lung cancer health care provision in Europe in order to inform related policy discussions. The included countries’ relative performance is measured against a best practice production frontier computed using distance functions where inputs are used to produce an output. The distance function is well suited to identify best practice in a complex production process such as cancer care with rapid change in technologies.Price data is not needed which is an advantage when evaluating the European health care sector where market prices often are non-existent. Input...
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - July 23, 2019 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Association between conflict of interest and published position on tumor-treating fields for the treatment of glioblastoma
ConclusionOur study shows an association between authors' published stance on the use of tumor-treating fields for the treatment of glioblastoma and financial ties to the manufacturer of this device. (Source: Journal of Cancer Policy)
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - June 2, 2019 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
The impact of the UK ‘two-week rule’ on stage-on-diagnosis of oral cancer and the relationship to socio-economic inequalities
Publication date: Available online 23 May 2019Source: Journal of Cancer PolicyAuthor(s): Steve Langton, Derek Lowe, Simon N Rogers, Annette Plüddemann, Clare BankheadAbstractBackgroundThe ‘two-week rule’ (TWR) fast-track cancer referral system for head and neck cancers was introduced by the UK government in 2000, to facilitate earlier diagnosis. However, little work has compared stage on diagnosis of cancer before and after the implementation of the system.Objectives•Describe the presentation of oral cancer in Merseyside from 1992-2012.•To evaluate whether stage on presentation has improved after the introduction ...
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - May 24, 2019 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Integration of Research Priorities in Low and Middle-Income Countries: A Qualitative Analysis of National Cancer Control Plans
Publication date: June 2019Source: Journal of Cancer Policy, Volume 20Author(s): Irene Prabhu Das, Lisa Stevens, Catherine Muha, Sudha Sivaram, Brenda KosteleckyAbstractIncorporating research objectives into national cancer control plans informs effective implementation, and ultimately, health outcomes. We sought to explore the inclusion and description of research priorities in select low- and middle-income countries’ (LMIC) cancer control plans to elucidate gaps and collaborative opportunities. LMIC plans published in English, in 2016 or later, and met World Bank and Human Development Index criteria, comprised the elig...
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - May 23, 2019 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
of Research Priorities in Low and Middle-Income Countries: A Qualitative Analysis of National Cancer Control Plans
Publication date: Available online 15 May 2019Source: Journal of Cancer PolicyAuthor(s): Irene Prabhu Das, Lisa Stevens, Catherine Muha, Sudha Sivaram, Brenda KosteleckyAbstractIncorporating research objectives into national cancer control plans informs effective implementation, and ultimately, health outcomes. We sought to explore the inclusion and description of research priorities in select low- and middle-income countries’ (LMIC) cancer control plans to elucidate gaps and collaborative opportunities. LMIC plans published in English, in 2016 or later, and met World Bank and Human Development Index criteria, comprised ...
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - May 17, 2019 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
When Oncologic Treatment Options Outpace the Existing Evidence: Contributing Factors and a Path Forward
Publication date: Available online 26 April 2019Source: Journal of Cancer PolicyAuthor(s): Daphne L. van der Velden, Laura A. Levit, George J. Chang, Matthew A. Facktor, Karyn A. Goodman, Jeffrey Kaufman, Gottfried E. Konecny, Sharon W. Kwan, Margaret Mooney, Grace Smith, Stephen B. Solomon, Alda Tam, David Michael Waterhouse, Emile E. VoestAbstractOncology is one of the most multidisciplinary areas of medicine, with most patients encountering multiple treatment modalities during the course of their disease. Rapidly occurring innovations in cancer care are continuously expanding the number of treatment options available. H...
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - April 27, 2019 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
The Expanding Role of Cancer Control & the U.S. National Cancer Institute: Policy Implications for Global Cancer Care
Publication date: Available online 19 March 2019Source: Journal of Cancer PolicyAuthor(s): Arnold D. Kaluzny, Donna M. O’BrienAbstractThroughout the global community, cancer control has been recognized as an important component of cancer care for populations, patients and their families. The United States had a pioneering effort, created as a result of the 1971 National Cancer Act (The War on Cancer), when it mandated that the National Cancer Institute (NCI), in collaboration with other federal, state, and local public health agencies and private industry, conduct cancer control activities that included detection, preven...
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - March 20, 2019 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Early breast cancer in England: Evidence into practice: What can national cancer registration and analysis service datasets tell us?
Publication date: June 2019Source: Journal of Cancer Policy, Volume 20Author(s): R. Smittenaar, M. Bomb, J. Rashbass, E. Kipps, D. DodwellAbstractThe English National Cancer Registration and Analysis Service (NCRAS) holds several datasets which provide detailed information on the cancer patient pathway. Ascertainment, data quality and completeness issues persist. However, there are still critical research questions that can be addressed using these data, which will help improve outcomes for patients. Registry data will help us understand whether the outcomes seen in highly selected patients in randomised controlled trials ...
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - March 20, 2019 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Early breast cancer in England: evidence into practice. What can National Cancer Registration and Analysis Service datasets tell us?
Publication date: Available online 8 March 2019Source: Journal of Cancer PolicyAuthor(s): R. Smittenaar, M. Bomb, J. Rashbass, E. Kipps, D. DodwellAbstractThe English National Cancer Registration and Analysis Service (NCRAS) holds several datasets which provide detailed information on the cancer patient pathway. Ascertainment, data quality and completeness issues persist. However, there are still critical research questions that can be addressed using these data, which will help improve outcomes for patients. Registry data will help us understand whether the outcomes seen in highly selected patients in randomised controlle...
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - March 9, 2019 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Availability of palliative care services in Zambia: A nationwide provincial and tertiary hospital survey
ConclusionsThis assessment confirms the dearth of palliative care services across Zambia. Less than half of its provincial hospitals offer community- or home-based services and only 55% offer opioid analgesics. Immediate and substantial improvements in policy, drug procurement and distribution, and service expansion are needed to ensure high-quality palliative care is available throughout Zambia. (Source: Journal of Cancer Policy)
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - February 21, 2019 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Cancer research in Brazil: Analysis of funding criteria and possible consequences
In conclusion, there are deficits in governmental funding of cancer research and innovation in Brazil. Therefore, effective measures to coordinate funding policies and effective criteria for funding allocation should be implemented to avoid further negative consequences for the population and the public health scenario. Moreover, increased governmental and non-governmental funding could help to improve the current precarious situation that limits the population’s access to health goods and services. (Source: Journal of Cancer Policy)
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - February 21, 2019 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Can Functional Status Predict for Lack of Benefit for Immunotherapy in Advanced Malignancies?
Publication date: Available online 8 February 2019Source: Journal of Cancer PolicyAuthor(s): Arun Kumar Arumugam Raajasekar, Aju Mathew (Source: Journal of Cancer Policy)
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - February 10, 2019 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Breast Cancer Awareness, Knowledge And Screening Practice Among Women Resident In An Urban Local Government Area Of Oyo State, Nigeria
Publication date: Available online 1 February 2019Source: Journal of Cancer PolicyAuthor(s): Ajibola Idowu (Source: Journal of Cancer Policy)
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - February 2, 2019 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
How can clinical research improve European health outcomes in cancer?
Publication date: Available online 1 February 2019Source: Journal of Cancer PolicyAuthor(s): Peter Selby, Lifang Liu, Amy Downing, Ian Banks, Roger Wilson, Richard Stephens, Francoise Meunier, Justine Rochon, Eva Morris, Matt Seymour, Walter Gregory, Mark Lawler, Annette Boaz (Source: Journal of Cancer Policy)
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - February 2, 2019 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Participation Rate and Its Influencing Factors of a Model Demonstration Cervical Screening Programme in Rural China
ConclusionOur results indicate that the 2-year screening programme announced by the government cannot be achieved. The effort of the screening team in finding unscreened women by throughout the area could raise the participation rate reaching 49.5% within 6 years. Our study also revealed an association between the extreme temperatures at screening undertaken and the low participation rates. In planning cervical screening activities in an area should consider such the environmental factors. (Source: Journal of Cancer Policy)
Source: Journal of Cancer Policy - January 11, 2019 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
