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Structured cancer case summaries produced by the College of American Pathologists (CAP) as a resource to pathologists in effectively delivering the information necessary to provide quality patient care. The protocols consist of checklists accompanied by background documentation including detailed outlines, explanatory notes, and reference.

For more information, see http://www.cap.org/web/home/resources/cancer-reporting-tools/cancer-protocol-templates

Resource

Title: Cancer Registry Management Principles & Practices for Hospitals and Central Registries
Page: 471-508
Edition: 3rd
Year: 2011

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