Guiding Treatment: It helps healthcare providers choose the most effective treatment strategies based on the stage of the disease. Prognosis: Provides insights into the likely course and outcome of the disease, which is essential for prognosis determination. Standardization: Establishes a common language among healthcare providers, researchers, and policymakers for discussing disease progression and treatment. Research: Facilitates epidemiological research by allowing for the comparison of patient outcomes across different stages of the disease.
