Foundation PALGA

PALGA is the Dutch national pathology registry and network, established in 1971 to promote communication and information exchange in pathology. It maintains a comprehensive, nationwide database containing excerpts of all histopathology and cytopathology reports from every pathology laboratory in the Netherlands. The foundation provides structured data and synoptic reporting tools to support pathologists in clinical diagnosis and researchers in scientific studies. PALGA's data is a critical resource for the Netherlands Cancer Registry and various population-based screening programs. By facilitating the secure sharing of pathology information, the organization enhances patient safety and the quality of healthcare across the country.