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Apheresis information management system (AMIS)
1Ankara University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Hematology, Blood Bank and Apheresis Unit, Ankara, Turkey. arslan@medicine.ankara.edu.tr
Summary
Establishing a Turkish apheresis registry is crucial for patient safety and data quality. A new web-based software system was developed to support donor and therapeutic apheresis procedures, enhancing data collection nationwide.
Area of Science:
- Medical Informatics
- Hematology
- Public Health
Background:
- Data collection in medicine is vital for patient safety and quality improvement.
- Nationwide apheresis registries are being established globally to enhance data quality.
- The World Apheresis Association (WAA) initiated a worldwide registry in 2003.
Purpose of the Study:
- To address the need for a dedicated Turkish apheresis registry.
- To introduce a new web-based software designed for apheresis procedures.
- To summarize the key features of this novel software system.
Main Methods:
- Development of a web-based software application.
- Inclusion of functionalities for both donor and therapeutic apheresis.
- Data management capabilities for a national registry.
Main Results:
- A new software system for apheresis data collection has been successfully launched.
- The software facilitates the management of donor and therapeutic apheresis procedures.
- It serves as a foundation for a national Turkish apheresis registry.
Conclusions:
- The developed software is essential for establishing a Turkish apheresis registry.
- This initiative will improve patient safety and data quality in apheresis procedures.
- The system supports the WAA's global registry efforts while catering to national needs.
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