Sarcoma & rare tumors · 20 April 2024

Impact of Case Volume on Sarcoma Prognostic Nomograms

Updated nomograms for primary retroperitoneal sarcoma patients differ in survival outcomes between high and low-volume centers. Case volume significantly influences overall and disease-free survival and nomogram performance. High-volume centers demonstrate better calibration than low-volume centers. Case volume should be considered in prognostic nomogram development for sarcoma patients.

Journal Article by Callegaro D, Barretta F (…) Gronchi A et 15 al. in Ann Surg

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