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Title: Tailoring a rapid autopsy protocol to explore cancer evolution: a patient collaboration
Authors: Blenkiron, C.;Robb, T.;Parker, K.;Kramer, N.;Stables, S.;Tse, R.;Modahl, L.;Coats, E.;Print, C.;Lawrence, B.
Issue Date: 2019
Publisher: New Zealand Medical Association
Source: Blenkiron C, Robb T, Parker K, Kramer N, Stables S, Tse R, Modahl L, Coats E, Print C, Lawrence B. Tailoring a rapid autopsy protocol to explore cancer evolution: a patient collaboration. N Z Med J. 2019 Oct 4;132(1503):83-92. PMID: 31581185.
Journal Title: The New Zealand medical journal
Journal: New Zealand Medical Journal
Abstract: Genomic analysis of tissues from rapid autopsy programmes has transformed our understanding of cancer. However, these programmes are not yet established in New Zealand. Our neuroendocrine tumour research group, NETwork!, received a request from a patient wishing to donate tumour tissues post-mortem. This viewpoint article summarises the ethical, logistical and social process undertaken to accept this patient’s generous donation, and highlights the scientific and educational value of such a gi .
ISBN: 11758716
Keywords: Genetic Heterogeneity;Neoplasms / genetics*;Patient Participation* / methods;Specimen Handling* / methods;Specimen Handling* / ethics;Tissue Banks* / ethics;Clinical Protocols
Type: Journal article
Appears in Sites:Forensic and Scientific Services Publications
Queensland Health Publications

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