[Research performed at a university hospital is worthwhile]

To elucidate the effects of scientific research performed within the Hospital District of Helsinki and Uusimaa (HUS) on the treatment of patients, we studied the contribution of HUS to treatment recommendation work, preparation of textbooks and manuals, national or international expert assignments, as well as by using focused questionnaires. In our surveys, 82% of the research group leaders reported that their research has resulted in changes in clinical work. The total number of changes was approximately 700. More than 80% of the directors of medical services judged that research work had improved the expertise of the personnel as well as the effectivity and productivity of the hospital.