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Web-based antidotes management: evaluation of an Italian experience
M C Mazzoleni1, C Locatelli, V Petrolini
1Pavia Poison Centre, IRCCS Maugeri Foundation, University of Pavia.
Ensuring timely access to antidotes (ANT) is critical for poisoning emergencies. This study details the creation of a national web network to improve ANT availability information sharing and accessibility.
Area of Science:
- Toxicology
- Health Informatics
- Public Health
Background:
- Antidotes (ANT) are crucial for treating poisoning but often face availability challenges.
- Timely administration of ANT is essential for patient survival and positive outcomes.
- Current systems for tracking ANT availability are often fragmented and inefficient.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the development and implementation of a national web-based network for sharing antidote availability information.
- To outline the strategies employed to ensure the network's effectiveness in improving ANT accessibility.
- To address the critical issue of timely antidote access in poisoning cases.
Main Methods:
- Development of a centralized, web-based platform for real-time ANT availability data.
- Implementation of a national network connecting healthcare facilities and poison control centers.
- Systematic data collection and dissemination protocols for ANT inventory and location.
- User training and feedback mechanisms to optimize network functionality.
Main Results:
- Successful establishment of a functional national network for ANT availability information.
- Demonstrated improvement in the speed and accuracy of locating needed antidotes.
- Enhanced collaboration and communication among healthcare providers regarding ANT resources.
- Positive user feedback on the network's utility and ease of use.
Conclusions:
- A web-based national network is an effective solution for improving antidote availability and accessibility.
- Such networks are vital for enhancing emergency response to poisoning incidents.
- Continued development and maintenance of the network are recommended to sustain its benefits.
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