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article · JNCI Journal of the National Cancer Institute

NCCN guideline–concordant cancer care in sub-Saharan Africa: a population-based multicountry study of 5 cancers

20244 citationsOpen accessMakerere University

Abstract

The quality of diagnostic workup and treatment showed major deficits, with considerable disparities among countries and cancer types. Improved diagnostic services are necessary to increase the share of curable cancer in sub-Saharan Africa. Treatment components within National Comprehensive Cancer Network Guidelines for several cancers should be prioritized.

Research topics

  • Global Cancer Incidence and Screening
  • Economic and Financial Impacts of Cancer
  • Health Systems, Economic Evaluations, Quality of Life

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DOI: 10.1093/jnci/djae221

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