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Rhinoplasty perioperative database using a personal digital assistant.

Howard S Kotler1

  • 1Department of Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery, University of Illinois at Chicago, IL, USA. hkotl@earthlink.net

Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery
|September 24, 2004
PubMed
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A new handheld computer database reliably captures and stores perioperative rhinoplasty data. This technology enhances surgical skill review and improves patient care through accurate data management.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Informatics
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Database Technology

Background:

  • Perioperative data management in rhinoplasty presents challenges.
  • Accurate and accessible patient data is crucial for surgical improvement.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a reliable, accurate, and user-friendly handheld computer database.
  • To facilitate point-of-care acquisition of perioperative text and image data for rhinoplasty.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized a modified database (Pendragon Forms) and graphic program (Tealpaint) on a Palm OS handheld.
  • Captured text and image data, secured with PDASecure and GoldSecure, then uploaded to desktop databases (FileMaker Pro or Microsoft Access).
  • Collected data from 15 rhinoplasty patients, assessing integrity over 6 months.

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Main Results:

  • The handheld database successfully facilitated data collection, recording, transfer, and maintenance of perioperative rhinoplasty information.
  • Enabled rapid data retrieval through keyword searches specific to surgical maneuvers.
  • Demonstrated reliable data integrity after extended storage.

Conclusions:

  • Handheld computer technology offers a reliable method for recording and storing perioperative rhinoplasty data.
  • This technology aids in the retrospective review of surgical outcomes and enhances surgical skills.
  • Improves the accuracy and accessibility of perioperative data for rhinoplasty.