ECOBSW Registry
The Evaluation of Cancer Outcomes Barwon South West (ECOBSW) Registry was developed to capture outcomes, patterns of care and quality of care delivered to patients diagnosed with cancer in the Barwon South Western region.
Data includes stage at diagnosis, first line treatments and subsequent outcomes. The dataset provides comprehensive information to inform clinical and population health decision making for all residents of the region.
The data is used to:
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Identify variation in care and underlying causes
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Monitor incidence, recurrence rates and survival within the region
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Monitor patient pathways and identify inappropriate referrals within and external to the region
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Determine the degree of compliance (and reasons for non-compliance) with quality of cancer care indicators
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Provide detailed information to support service planning
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Support research initiatives to understand and improve cancer care in the region
The ECOBSW Registry was awarded the '2015 Project of the Year' at Barwon Health's 16th Annual Quality Awards. For more information please see the FAQ questions below:
Important Information
ECOBSW Data Governance
In order to maintain privacy, confidentiality and data security, the ECOBSW Registry has a comprehensive governance structure including a robust data management framework.
Information collected and collated by the ECOBSW Registry is stored in a secure, password protected database. The data is housed and managed in accordance with the Improving Cancer Outcomes Act 2014 and does not contravene statutes or Health Privacy Principles contained in the Health Records Act 2001.
A Steering Committee was established to provide oversight of the ECOBSW Registry. Responsibilities include:
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Develop policies for data access
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Respond to quality of care issues
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Review research and data requests
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Protect the needs and interests of all stakeholders
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Oversee financial responsibilities
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Promote compliance with privacy legislation
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Promote data quality improvement processes
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Incorporate consumer perspective
Important Information
ECOBSW Clinical Indicator Program
The ECOBSW Registry allows us to measure and monitor the degree to which health care benefits the patient, and how closely that care aligns with evidence-based practice.
In 2014, we commenced a clinical quality indicator program designed to provide a snapshot of the care administered on a daily basis across our region. Indicators were selected based on common presentations, evidence, importance for safety and quality, and these can be analysed using the ECOBSW dataset.
The clinical indicators were developed by an expert working group following an extensive review of Australian and International clinical practice guidelines.
Victorian Cancer Performance Indicators
The Victorian Cancer Performance Indicator program was established to measure progress with the implementation of Victorian Government cancer reform policy in the areas of multidisciplinary care (MDC), supportive care and coordination of care.
A range of regional health services participate in the bi-annual audit.
BSWRICS is required to report on five key indicators:
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Documented evidence of multidisciplinary team recommendations
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Documented evidence of disease staging in multidisciplinary team recommendations
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Documented evidence of patient Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status in multidisciplinary team recommendations
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Documented evidence of communication of initial treatment plan to GP
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Documented evidence of supportive care screening
The Victorian Integrated Cancer Services are supported by the Victorian Government
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