Incorporating cancer synoptic reporting into clinical practices offers a range of benefits, including improved communication, enhanced research capabilities, and ultimately, better patient outcomes. Below find a summary of the general clinical use cases.

2.1.1 Diagnosis and Staging

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Pathologists need to accurately diagnose and stage a patient's cancer.

Pathologists use the synoptic reporting system to document key diagnostic information, including tumor type, grade, size, margins, lymph node involvement, and metastasis. This structured data aids in determining the appropriate treatment plan.

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2.1.2 Treatment Planning

Oncologists

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and multidisciplinary teams require comprehensive information for treatment planning.

Synoptic reports provide detailed information about the patient's cancer, helping oncologists choose the most effective treatment options. This includes critical information like cancer characteristics, markers, or spread, which helps choose available therapies like surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, targeted therapies, and immunotherapy.

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2.1.3 Surgical Procedures

Surgeons

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need precise information for performing cancer surgeries.

The reporting system captures critical details about surgical procedures, such as the extent of invasion, organ and lymph node involvement, and risk factors for complications. Surgeons can refer to these reports to ensure consistent and accurate surgical approaches.

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2.1.4 Pathological Findings

Pathologists

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need to communicate important pathological findings to oncologists and other specialists.

Synoptic reporting includes standardized language to describe histological features, biomarker expressions, and genetic mutations. This enables clear communication of diagnostic and prognostic information to guide treatment decisions.

2.1.5 Clinical Research and Analysis

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Researchers

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require standardized data for cancer studies and clinical trials.

Synoptic reports provide a structured dataset that can be easily aggregated and analyzed for research purposes. This promotes data-driven insights into treatment outcomes, survival rates, and disease trends.

2.1.6 Follow-up and Monitoring

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Healthcare

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providers need to monitor patients' progress over time.

Synoptic reporting allows consistent documentation of follow-up information, such as treatment responses, recurrence, metastasis, and long-term outcomes. This facilitates ongoing patient care and enables early intervention if issues arise.

2.1.7 Quality Assurance and Accreditation

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Healthcare

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institutions aim to maintain high standards and achieve accreditation.

Synoptic reporting helps institutions adhere to standardized reporting guidelines, ensuring the quality and accuracy of cancer-related documentation. This can support accreditation processes and improve overall patient care.

2.1.8 Data Exchange and Interoperability

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Health

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information needs to be easily shared among different healthcare systems.

Synoptic reports follow standardized formats, making it easier to exchange data electronically between different healthcare providers, institutions, and electronic health record (EHR) systems.

2.1.9 Educational and Training Purposes

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Medical

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education and training programs require illustrative case studies.

Synoptic reports serve as valuable educational resources for medical students, residents, and other healthcare professionals to learn about real-world cancer cases and treatment strategies.

2.1.10 Patient Empowerment

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 Patients seek comprehensive information about their cancer diagnosis and treatment.

Synoptic reports, presented in a patient-friendly format, can help patients understand their condition, treatment options, and prognosis, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care.