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CNS Tumours: Exploring Barriers to Registration and Feasibility of Extracting Molecular Characteristics
DownloadFall 2018
Two concerns regarding the collection of data for brain and other central nervous system (CNS) tumours in Canada are under-reporting of non-malignant tumours and the need for improved reporting of clinically relevant molecular information. The first part of our study, addressing under-reporting,...
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Fall 2015
There is a concern that brain tumours are underreported in the Alberta Cancer Registry (ACR), yet no studies have been performed to investigate this issue. This study addresses the concern of underreporting of brain tumours in the ACR by assessing case ascertainment of primary brain tumours cases...
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Waiting Time Intervals for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment in Alberta: Quantification of Intervals and Identification of Risk Factors Associated with Delays
DownloadFall 2014
Background: Very little is known regarding the time required to diagnose and treat patients with Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) in Canada. Prompt diagnosis and treatment is critical for optimizing the quality and effectiveness of NSCLC care. Purpose: To quantify the duration of diagnostic...