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[Computerized data storage of antibiograms obtained by various methods (automatic reading by 2 different systems or
B Legras1, F Kohler, J C Burdin
1Laboratoire d'Informatique Médicale, Faculté de Médecine, Vandoeuvre-Les-Nancy.
Pathologie-Biologie
|June 1, 1987
Summary
This software captures bacteriological test data for storage and analysis. It facilitates statistical and epidemiological studies, improving antibiotic sensitivity testing efficiency.
Area of Science:
- Microbiology
- Computer Science
- Medical Informatics
Background:
- Bacteriological testing generates substantial data.
- Efficient data management is crucial for clinical microbiology.
- Statistical and epidemiological analysis requires organized datasets.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce a software solution for managing bacteriological test data.
- To enable comprehensive data analysis for clinical and research purposes.
- To enhance the efficiency of antibiotic sensitivity testing data capture.
Main Methods:
- Development of a software program for Apple IIe computers.
- Implementation of data capture from automatic readers (ABAC, API) and manual disc diffusion methods.
- Creation of a common data file for integrated analysis.
Main Results:
- The software captures and stores bacteriological test data.
- It allows for the generation of personnel reports and global lists based on various criteria.
- Automated and manual antibiotic sensitivity test results are integrated into the system.
Conclusions:
- The software provides a robust system for bacteriological data management.
- It supports both statistical and epidemiological investigations.
- Integrated data capture enhances the utility of antibiotic sensitivity testing results.