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Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

• What dataset should be used?

  View the LUCADA Data Manual

• What does LUCADA stand for?

  LUCADA stands for Lung Cancer Data

• Who has agreed the outputs and supporting dataset?

  The NLCA Clinical Reference Group (CRG) identified the priority outputs of the audit.

• What software is to be used for collecting the LUCADA dataset?

  The programme has commissioned the development of a web-based (NHSnet) audit IT infrastructure system from the National Health Applications & Infrastructure Services (NHS CFH)/ Rapid Development Team (RDT) teams of The NHS Information Centre for Health and Social Care.

• What are the security arrangements for LUCADA?

  Each organisation must first complete a data user certificate, this identifies all users of the system and requires the signature of the Trust Caldicott Guardian

• Is it possible to upload data to the central database, rather than via the data entry screens?

  Yes, both CSV and XML file specifications are being developed for upload to the central database.

• When can an organisation start to use the audit application?

  As soon as the registration has been processed and a password issued.

• How long is a password valid for?

  Passwords expire every 28 days and hence must be changed every 28 days.

• At what point should the Performance Status be recorded?

  The Performance Status should be recorded at the point in time closest to the start of treatment. It should be updated if it differs from the original Performance Status entered.

• Is there a proforma I can use to help me collect the audit data?

  A proforma is available. As well as the full audit dataset it also highlights the key fields that are essential for the audit.

• What data should be entered into data field 5.5 (Cancer Care Plan Intent)?

  There has been uncertainty around the correct interpretation of this field. This is partly due to conflicting data definitions between LUCADA and “Cancer Waiting Times” and partly due to differences in data definitions between lung cancer and mesothelioma. Data Field 5.5 CANCER CARE PLAN INTENT should be used to record the intention of the treatment which is planned for the patient at this point in time.

• What data should be entered into data field L29 (Treatment Planned)?

  There has been uncertainty around the correct interpretation of this field. This is partly due to conflicting data definitions between LUCADA and “Cancer Waiting Times” and partly due to differences in data definitions between lung cancer and mesothelioma. Data Field L29 (TREATMENT PLANNED) should be used to record the type of treatment regimen planned.