Enter the residual tumor size and number of positive nodes into the calculator to determine the residual cancer burden.
Residual Cancer Burden Calculation Formula
The following formula is used to calculate the residual cancer burden.
Residual Cancer Burden = (Residual Tumor Size + Number of Positive Nodes) / 2
Variables:
- Residual Cancer Burden is the calculated burden value
- Residual Tumor Size is the size of the residual tumor (cm)
- Number of Positive Nodes is the number of lymph nodes that test positive
To calculate the residual cancer burden, add the residual tumor size and the number of positive nodes, then divide the result by two.
What is Residual Cancer Burden Calculation?
Residual cancer burden calculation refers to the process of determining the remaining cancer burden in a patient after treatment. This involves understanding the size of the residual tumor, the number of positive lymph nodes, and any other relevant factors. Proper calculation of residual cancer burden is crucial for assessing treatment effectiveness and planning further care.
How to Calculate Residual Cancer Burden?
The following steps outline how to calculate the residual cancer burden using the given formula.
- First, determine the size of the residual tumor.
- Next, determine the number of positive lymph nodes.
- Use the formula from above: Residual