California Cancer Registry Enhancement for Breast Cancer Research
Abstract
The purpose of this project is to enhance the value of the California Cancer Registry as a research tool for clinicians and epidemiologists interested in conducting breast cancer research. The objectives of the projects are to: (1) classify breast cancers according to the major staging schemes currently in use in the U.S.; (2) increase the amount of treatment data for breast cancer; and (3) link breast cancer case data with other data bases to improve survival information and collect co-morbidity information. During the past year physician follow back for additional treatment data was initiated statewide. Linkage with the state's breast cancer screening and Medicaid programs was accomplished. Linkage with hospital discharge files was completed. In the past year the project generated two oral and one poster session presentation at professional meetings, one publication, and one draft manuscript.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1998
- Accession Number
- ADB249633
Entities
People
- William Wright
Organizations
- Public Health Institute