Feasibility study of a web application for self-report of anticancer treatment toxicities

Stud Health Technol Inform. 2009:150:562-6.

Abstract

Collection of collateral effects related to toxicities suffered by patients being exposed to anticancer treatments is of crucial importance in clinical practice but also in oncological research. The present paper describes a web application called PaTOS for self-report of anticancer therapy toxicities, and its evaluation in a preliminary interface analysis and then in a feasibility study.

MeSH terms

  • Antineoplastic Agents*
  • Drug-Related Side Effects and Adverse Reactions*
  • Feasibility Studies
  • Humans
  • Internet*
  • Self Disclosure*

Substances

  • Antineoplastic Agents