[Introduction of information technology in the field of cancer therapy].
The introduction of information technology in the field of cancer therapy will realize not only better mutual communication among staff and patients, but also standardize the care process. Secondary utilization of medical information, such as cost-income analyses, will also be possible, though there will still be some limitations due to immaturity of the present systems.
Tobisu
Ken-ichi
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Shizuoka Cancer Center, 1007 Shimonagakubo, Nagaizumi-cho, Suntou-gun, Shizuoka 411-8777, Japan.
D003362:Cost-Benefit Analysis; D017721:Hospital Costs; D006751:Hospital Information Systems / Q000592:standards*; D006801:Humans; D007902:Length of Stay / Q000191:economics; D016347:Medical Records Systems, Computerized / Q000191:economics / Q000592:standards*; D009369:Neoplasms / Q000191:economics / Q000628:therapy*