ValueSet Defined for Female Genital Corpus Uteri Sarcoma Staging (AJCC 8th Ed.)
ValueSet 'canshare-tnm8-female-genital-corpus-uteri-sarcoma-cn' (1) - R4
Summary
Te Aho o Te Kahu has published a FHIR ValueSet defining the clinical N stage for female genital corpus uteri sarcoma, based on the AJCC cancer staging manual (8th edition). This resource standardizes the regional lymph node status (cN) before treatment initiation, aiding medical information exchange.
Details
This ValueSet, 'canshare-tnm8-female-genital-corpus-uteri-sarcoma-cn', defines the clinical regional lymph node stage (cN) for female genital corpus uteri sarcoma (including leiomyosarcoma, endometrial stromal sarcoma, and adenosarcoma). It is based on the AJCC cancer staging manual (8th edition). Provided in FHIR format, this ValueSet uses specific SNOMED CT codes (e.g., 1229966003 |cNX| OR 1229967007 |cN0|...) to filter and clearly define the scope of standardized staging categories. This standardization facilitates the exchange of cancer stage information across different healthcare systems, enhancing consistency in diagnosis and treatment planning. The definition contributes to data standardization within New Zealand's digital health sector, playing a crucial role in international medical information interoperability.
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