Examining the potential relationship between multidisciplinary cancer care and patient survival: An international literature review

Background and Objectives The aim of this review is to examine the relationship between multidisciplinary cancer care and patient survival. Methods A literature review was undertaken between January 1950 and September 2009. Included studies described multidisciplinary cancer care and its relation to patient survival. Multidisciplinary care was defined as involvement of a team of clinical and allied specialists whose intent is individualized...