Presenting an evaluation model of the trauma registry software

Area of Science:

• Health Informatics
• Trauma Care Systems
• Software Engineering

Background:

• Trauma is a leading global cause of death, necessitating effective management strategies.
• Trauma registries play a crucial role in reducing mortality and disability from injuries.
• Existing trauma registry software requires evaluation to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop and present a comprehensive evaluation model for trauma registry software.
• To establish criteria for assessing the performance of trauma registry systems.

Main Methods:

• A literature review identified general and specific criteria for trauma registry software.
• A model was proposed, and a checklist was developed and validated.
• The Delphi technique was used with 12 experts to refine and approve the model, with 75% agreement for changes.

Main Results:

• The evaluation model categorizes criteria into general (usability, security, maintainability, interoperability) and specific (data submission, reporting, quality control, decision support).
• Key general and specific criteria, along with sub-criteria, were identified and integrated into the model.
• The model was validated by a panel of experts in the field.

Conclusions:

• The developed model serves as a comprehensive tool for evaluating trauma registry software.
• It can be utilized as a standard for measuring the efficiency, effectiveness, and performance improvement of these critical systems.