What Are the Challenges in Assessing Effectiveness?
Assessing effectiveness in cancer treatment comes with several challenges:
Variability in Response: Different patients can respond differently to the same treatment. Complexity of Cancer: The heterogeneity of cancer types and stages makes standardization difficult. Side Effects: Treatments may cause side effects that impact quality of life, complicating the assessment of effectiveness. Cost and Accessibility: High costs and limited access to advanced treatments and diagnostic tools can be barriers.
