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    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the current state of clinical databases derived from EPRs.
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    • To outline limitations and challenges of using EPRs for clinical research.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of existing studies on EPR databases.
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    Main Results:

    • EPRs can be transformed into valuable clinical databases.
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    • Significant challenges and limitations hinder the optimal use of EPRs in research.

    Conclusions:

    • EPRs hold promise for advancing medical knowledge.
    • Effective utilization requires addressing data quality and accessibility issues.
    • Careful consideration of limitations is crucial for reliable clinical research using EPRs.