Challenges in Oncologic Preparedness: A Retrospective Review of Incident Surgical Cancers During Pacific Partnership Missions, 2008-2016
Abstract
For over 30 years, the USNS Mercy hospital ship has provided surgical care on multiple humanitarian aid and disaster relief missions. During these missions, surgical support varies according to host nation needs, and the operative treatment of cancer patients remains controversial. We report the number of incidentally discovered surgical oncologic cases treated aboard the USNS Mercy on four missions and discuss challenges regarding oncologic care on these missions.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Pub Defense Publication
- Publication Date
- Dec 29, 2020
- Source ID
- 10.1093/milmed/usaa488
Entities
People
- Alicia G Sykes Mc, Usn
- Allison Reichl
- James M. Prieto
- John Walsh Mc, Usn
- Romeo C. Ignacio
- Ryan Schutt Mc, Usn
- Stephen W. Bickler
Organizations
- Naval Medical Center San Diego
- Rady Children's Hospital
- UC San Diego School of Medicine