Definition
Whether the multiple primary tumours in the person with cancer are synchronous or metachronous, as represented by a code.
Components
Data Element (this item)
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Data Element ConceptPerson with cancer—multiple primary tumours descriptor
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Object ClassPerson with cancer
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PropertyMultiple primary tumours descriptor
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Value DomainNone
Comments
Guide for use:
Synchronous primary tumours are detected simultaneously, either preoperatively or in the resected specimen.
Metachronous primary tumours are detected after a time interval between detection of the first lesion and detection of a subsequent primary lesion.Comments:Patients with multiple primary tumours may have a worse prognosis or more extensive treatment than patients with a single tumour. In addition, the management and prognosis when multiple primary tumours are present may vary depending on whether the tumours are synchronous or metachronous.
References
Breathnach OS & Skarin AT 2009. Multiple primary lung cancers. Wolters Kluwer Health, UpToDate Inc., Waltham, MA. Viewed 8 March 2011, http://www.uptodate.com/contents/multiple-primary-lung-cancers
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This content Based on Australian Institute of Health and Welfare material. Attribution provided as required under the AIHW CC-BY licence.