Abstract: 

VOIce "Veterinary Oncology Intelligence" is a unique decision-support software tool designed to assist both veterinarians and pet owners in making informed decisions about pets with cancer. VOIce ensures on time, accurate and relevant, state of the art information, fueled by science-based evidence and clinical data. This technology focuses on facilitating the interaction between veterinarians and owners, providing specific information for each case and ensuring comprehensive support via web in all types of digital platforms. 

Background: 

The current state of decision making in the veterinary clinic is precarious, very reliant on the complex intertanglement of evidence-based information and the individual experience/knowledge of each professional. One of the best ways to overcome this situation would be with a platform that provides high value and ready to use intel on diagnostics, terapeutics and prognostic, the main idea of this invention.

Benefits: 

This technology is unique in the current market, focusing on case-specific information and full accompaniment. Unlike other market alternatives that provide scientific knowledge associated with clinical entities, VOIce has its own specific data collection software that suggests scientific and clinical evidence adjusted to each phase of the clinical process, thus helping clinicians to take informed decisions and facilitating dialog with the owners.

Potential comercial use/applications: 

Veterinary clinics; Veterinary professionals.

Owners: 
University of Porto