Fig. 1

Typically, a suspicion of lung carcinoma leads to admission to the pneumology department. Multiple tests are conducted to reach a diagnosis. The treatment options for the patient are discussed by a multidisciplinary tumor board and the patient is transferred to the oncology department to undergo the chosen therapy. Once completed, the patient is discharged from the hospital, but may continue to visit for follow-up checks to ensure effective treatment. Documents collected during this journey are highlighted in yellow. The steps in this example are marked with the symbols of the corresponding phases of the general patient journey, shown at the top