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  • Health Informatics
  • Global Health Research

Background:

  • Electronic data collection in health research faces challenges in resource-limited settings.
  • Limited electricity, internet, and trained staff hinder implementation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a successful research data infrastructure using REDCap software.
  • To provide guidance for implementing electronic data collection in resource-limited settings.

Main Methods:

  • Established a research data infrastructure using REDCap software.
  • Implemented the system across three HIV clinics and one coordinating center in Cameroon.
  • Developed recommendations for network architecture and study data teams.

Main Results:

  • Successfully implemented a functional research data infrastructure in a resource-limited environment.
  • Demonstrated the viability of REDCap for electronic data collection in challenging settings.

Conclusions:

  • Electronic data collection is achievable in resource-limited settings with appropriate infrastructure.
  • The REDCap-based system and provided guidance can support similar health research initiatives.