Standardizing the Head and Neck Cancer Treatment and Research.
Karthik Nagaraja RaoRipu Daman AroraPrajwal DangeNitin M NagarkarPublished in: Indian journal of surgical oncology (2023)
Head and neck cancer requires a multidisciplinary approach, with standardized care being essential for consistent, high-quality treatment. Standardization involves evidence-based guidelines and protocols, and collaboration is necessary for research and improving outcomes. However, collaboration can be challenging due to various barriers. Collaboration can improve care by facilitating sharing of knowledge, access to technology, clinical trials, data sharing, funding and education. To improve collaboration, a shared vision, communication channels, guidelines, centralized database, training programs, culture of collaboration and funding should be established.