User interface of MUDR electronic health record

Area of Science:

• Medical Informatics
• Health Information Systems
• Computer Science

Background:

• European standards and projects influenced the EuroMISE Center's electronic health record (EHR) architecture development.
• Existing healthcare data management systems face challenges in interoperability and advanced user interaction.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop and implement a novel EHR architecture named MUDR.
• To integrate a clinical decision support module for hypertension management based on WHO/ISH guidelines.
• To explore and evaluate advanced user interaction methods for EHR systems.

Main Methods:

• Implementation of a 3-layer EHR architecture utilizing XML for data exchange.
• Development of a decision support module adhering to the "1999 WHO/ISH Guidelines for the Management of Hypertension".
• Utilization of a universal graph structure for medical concept and data representation.
• Creation and evaluation of software prototypes for client applications.

Main Results:

• The MUDR EHR architecture was successfully developed, featuring a 3-layer design and XML-based communication.
• A functional decision support module for hypertension management was integrated into the application layer.
• A universal graph structure proved effective for representing medical concepts and data.
• Prototypes for advanced EHR user interactions were developed and their effectiveness assessed.

Conclusions:

• The MUDR EHR architecture provides a robust framework for managing health information, incorporating decision support.
• The use of a universal graph structure offers a flexible approach to medical data representation.
• Further research into advanced user interaction methods can enhance EHR usability and effectiveness.