Editing Data Dictionary: Pancreatic cancer - DPCA

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This is a summary of the variables available in the database. You can download the complete data dictionary. [[https://support.mrdm.com/nl/downloads/documenten/ Click here to learn more].

Comorbidities

Patient Identification and Treatment Timeline
* Treatment start date
* Reason for registration
* Hospital patient number

Patient Physical and Performance Metrics
* Height in cm
* Preoperative weight in kg
* Weight loss in kg and period in weeks
* ECOG performance status (Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group)

Laboratory Biomarkers
* Bilirubine in µmol/l
* Hemoglobine in mmol/l
* Albumine in g/l
* IgG4 in g/l
* Carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) in µg/l
* CA19.9 in kU/l (Note: Last CA19.9 before the start of neoadjuvant treatment or surgery)

Imaging and Diagnostic Procedures
* CT, MRI, or MRCP performed
* Date of the last preoperative imaging
* Presence of a tumor in the pancreas or periampullary on CT or MRI
* Cystic features suggestive of malignancy
* Involvement of vessels and other structures on imaging

Histology and Cytology
* Preoperative PA number
* Method and date of obtaining the first positive cytology or histology
* Histological and cytological diagnoses

Multidisciplinary Team Consultations and Decisions
* Date of the last MDT (Multidisciplinary Team) discussion before treatment
* Working diagnosis and eligibility for surgical exploration

Treatment and Surgery Details
* Neo-adjuvant/induction treatment type and start date
* Operative details including ASA score, type of resection, and operative complications
* Postoperative pathology including tumor origin, size, and grade

Postoperative Management and Follow-Up
* Palliative treatments including chemotherapy and radiotherapy
* Date of discharge and any readmissions within 30 days
* Adjuvant therapy details and participation in oncological trials