A consensus reached by experts identified key quality performance indicators for management of oesophagogastric cancer, enhancing patient care and outcomes. The two-round modified Delphi process resulted in a standardized list which includes specialized multi-disciplinary discussions, pertinent imaging and staging procedures, as well as specific surgical benchmarks. Notably, indicators unique to gastric and oesophageal cancers were established, aimed at objectively measuring and comparing surgical performance across units. These findings may influence future clinical practices significantly.
• Why it matters: Standardized indicators address inconsistencies in oesophagogastric cancer care.
Journal Article by Kulasegaran S, Woodhouse B (…) Koea J et 7 al. in ANZ J Surg
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