In pursuit of excellence for patients with cancer: the Scottish Cancer Therapy Network model
1999
Improving Cancer Care in Scotland
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Stroner P L, Brewster D H, Dewar J A, Eremin O, Gould A, Howard G C, Kaye S B
Primary Institution: Information & Statistics Division, National Health Service in Scotland
Hypothesis
The Scottish Cancer Therapy Network aims to address variations in cancer care quality.
Conclusion
The Scottish Cancer Therapy Network has successfully established guidelines and audits to improve cancer treatment in Scotland.
Supporting Evidence
- The SCTN was formed in 1993 to improve cancer care.
- It has developed three evidence-based clinical guidelines.
- The network has completed national audits for five major tumor sites.
Takeaway
A group in Scotland is working to make sure everyone gets the same good care for cancer, no matter where they are.
Methodology
The SCTN has developed clinical guidelines and conducted national audits of cancer treatment.
Limitations
Future challenges include increasing trial participation and expanding the network's reach.
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