Cancer Stage Geospatial Analysis to Optimize Educational Activities in Pediatric Oncology and Hematology: A Retrospective Cohort Study
This study shows cancer stage-related survival dynamics. A substantial decrease in advanced-stage diagnoses over time emphasizes improved early detection. Geographical analysis pinpointed clusters with prevalent late-stage diagnoses, offering a practical tool for targeted educational interventions. The study underscores the pivotal impact of cancer stage on survival outcomes, emphasizing the need for ongoing surveillance and tailored interventions to further optimize pediatric oncology and hematology care.
Authors
- Barbara Więckowska (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1811-2583)
- Monika Barełkowska
- Martyna Borowczyk (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4824-8131)
- Katarzyna Derwich (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7239-4035)
Institutions
- Poznan University of Medical Sciences (PL)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Pediatric Blood & Cancer
- Published
- 2024-12-18
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1002/pbc.31494
- Primary Topic
- Childhood Cancer Survivors' Quality of Life
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00