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Description
PDQ (Physician Data Query) is NCI's comprehensive cancer database. It contains summaries on a wide range of cancer topics; a registry of 8,000+ open and 19,000+ closed cancer clinical trials from around the world; and a directory of professionals who provide genetics services. PDQ also contains the NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms, with definitions for 6,800+ cancer and medical terms, and the NCI Drug Dictionary, which has information on 2,300+ agents used in the treatment of cancer or cancer-related conditions.
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Dates covered
Most recent information.
Updating frequency
As new information becomes available.
Sources
National Cancer Institute.
Type of coverage
Cancer information for both health professionals and patients/families. It is organized by diagnosis and stage of cancer. It offers information on treatments available and NCI protocol participants by geographic area.
Print counterpart or
related resources
None.
Producer/content provider
National Cancer Institute
Vendor/electronic presentation provider
National Cancer Institute
Core Subject(s)