Integrating Patient Data: Evolving Information Systems
Author Information
Author(s): Cruz-Correia Ricardo J, Vieira-Marques Pedro M, Ferreira Ana M, Almeida Filipa C, Wyatt Jeremy C, Costa-Pereira Altamiro M
Primary Institution: University of Porto
Hypothesis
How are information systems evolving to integrate patient data from various sources?
Conclusion
Information systems are evolving to meet patient needs by creating regional networks and integrating more patient data.
Supporting Evidence
- 84 studies were included in the review, describing 56 distinct projects.
- 77% of projects integrated diagnosis and problems, 67% integrated medical images, and 65% integrated lab results.
- HL7 was the most widely used messaging standard among the projects reviewed.
Takeaway
This study looks at how different computer systems are working together to share patient information better, making it easier for doctors to help patients.
Methodology
A systematic review of literature from 1995 to 2005 was conducted to identify studies on patient data integration.
Potential Biases
Difficulty in determining if multiple papers described the same project could introduce bias.
Limitations
Many articles lacked detail and impact evaluations, and there was a high percentage of missing data.
Participant Demographics
The review included various healthcare institutions and professionals involved in patient data integration.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.037
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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