[Computerized registry of medical procedures and diagnostic codification]

Area of Science:

• Medical Informatics
• Health Data Management

Context:

• Retrospective clinical analysis necessitates reliable data storage solutions.
• Current methods may lack accessibility or user-friendliness for inexperienced personnel.

Purpose:

• To develop an accessible, on-line program for storing and retrieving clinical information.
• To facilitate retrospective analysis through efficient data management.

Summary:

• A microcomputer-based program was developed utilizing the International Classification of Diseases (ICD) codes.
• The system stores diagnostic codes, medical actions, and case summaries.
• It features inexpensive hardware and an intuitive interface for novice users.

Impact:

• Enhances the ease and reliability of accessing clinical data for research.
• Supports efficient retrospective analysis by providing structured data storage.
• Promotes wider adoption of digital health record management in clinical settings.