Development of pediatric oncology supportive care indicators: Evaluation of febrile neutropenia care in the north of the Netherlands

Abstract Introduction Febrile neutropenia (FN) is a common complication of the intensive treatment strategies used in pediatric oncology. By close adherence to high‐quality guidelines, which can be evaluated by indicators, the burden of FN can potentially be reduced. Objectives The aims of this study were tripartite—(1) to develop structure, process, and outcome indicators, (2) to evaluate the implementation of the Dutch Childhood Oncology Group (DCOG) guideline on FN, and (3) to produce baseline measures on local quality of FN care (in the north of the Netherlands). Methods Seven indicators d... Mehr ...