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An internet web site as a data collection platform for multicenter research.

Alexander Avidan1, Charles Weissman, Charles L Sprung

  • 1Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Hadassah - Hebrew University Medical Center, Jerusalem, Ein Karem, POB 12000, Jerusalem, 91120, Israel.

Anesthesia and Analgesia
|January 28, 2005
PubMed
Summary

This study demonstrates that using an Internet site for multicenter data collection is highly effective, offering significant advantages over traditional mail methods. Investigators found the user-friendly, secure system easy to use, leading to high satisfaction and successful patient enrollment.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Informatics
  • Clinical Research Methodology
  • Web-based Data Collection

Background:

  • Traditional data collection methods in multicenter studies are often slow and inefficient.
  • Paper-based and mail-based data acquisition present logistical challenges and delays.
  • The need for more efficient and accessible data collection tools in global health research is evident.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of an Internet-based data collection system for a multicenter study.
  • To assess the feasibility and investigator satisfaction with a web-based platform for multicenter research.
  • To identify key factors contributing to the success of online data acquisition in clinical research.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a secure Internet site using Microsoft FrontPage for data collection.

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  • Implementation of Microsoft Access for database management.
  • Deployment of the web system across 37 European centers for a multicenter ethical decision-making study.

    • Main Results:

    • The Internet site facilitated the enrollment of 4248 patients over 1.5 years across 37 European centers.
    • Investigators successfully utilized the system without prior training, indicating ease of use.
    • High overall satisfaction among investigators was reported, with security, interactivity, and user-friendly design cited as crucial elements.

    Conclusions:

    • Internet-based data collection is a highly effective and advantageous alternative to traditional methods for multicenter studies.
    • A secure, interactive, and user-friendly web design is paramount for the successful implementation of online data acquisition systems.
    • Web-based platforms can significantly streamline data collection processes, enhancing efficiency and investigator engagement in large-scale research.