Updating cancer staging manuals for better diagnosis.
CORRECT THE PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE FOR CLIN 4: ACCESS TO THE 8TH EDITION OF THE CANCER STAGING MANUAL AND THE VERSION 9 CANCER STAGING SYSTEM REQUIRES AN ACTIVE SITE LICENSE. TO CONTINUE COLLECTION AND
This study is working to make sure that doctors have the latest tools to accurately stage cancer, which helps them create better treatment plans for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | American College of Surgeons NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11209522 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on updating the access to the 8th edition of the Cancer Staging Manual and the 9th version of the Cancer Staging System. By ensuring that active sites have the necessary licenses, the project aims to enhance the accuracy and consistency of cancer staging, which is crucial for diagnosis and treatment planning. Patients may benefit from improved staging protocols that lead to more tailored and effective treatment options. The methodology involves collaboration with various cancer treatment centers to ensure widespread access to the updated manuals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients undergoing cancer diagnosis and treatment who require accurate staging of their condition.
Not a fit: Patients who are not currently undergoing cancer treatment or diagnosis may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate cancer staging, resulting in better treatment outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous updates to cancer staging systems have shown success in improving diagnostic accuracy and treatment outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- American College of Surgeons — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Madera, Martin — American College of Surgeons
- Study coordinator: Madera, Martin
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.