Date of Publication:
DEC 2012
Associated Project:
Cancer Endorsement Maintenance 2011Abstract
Despite enormous focus on prevention and treatment of
disease, inconsistencies in cancer care exist, with many patients not receiving
care that follows clinical practice guidelines.Studies
demonstrate persistent socioeconomic disparities in treatment and survival for
many different types of cancer. The Cancer Endorsement Maintenance Project
sought to evaluate for endorsement measures for accountability and quality
improvement that address breast, colorectal, lung, prostate, hematologic and
skin cancers, as well as symptom management and end of life care.
