June 1, 2026 · The British journal of general practice : the journal of the Royal College of General Practitioners · DOI: 10.3399/BJGP.2025.0735

Online triage and cancer diagnostic activity in general practice: cross-sectional study

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The authors aimed to investigate the impact of online triage tools on cancer diagnostic processes and outcomes in general practice. Their analysis revealed that while increased use of these tools correlated with higher rates of urgent suspected cancer referrals and investigations, it did not lead to improved diagnostic outcomes, suggesting potential issues with the quality of referrals. Further research is needed to explore the implications of these findings on patient care.

Armina Paule, Helen Atherton, Joanne Parsons, Louise Hiller, Gary A Abel

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