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A microcomputer system for the practising cardiac surgeon.

J E Morin, J F Symes, S Ralphs-Thibodeau

    Canadian Journal of Surgery. Journal Canadien De Chirurgie
    |September 1, 1986
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    This study introduces a user-friendly computer program for cardiac surgeons to efficiently manage and analyze patient data. The software allows for extensive data storage and retrieval, aiding in clinical practice and research.

    Area of Science:

    • Cardiology
    • Medical Informatics
    • Software Engineering

    Background:

    • Cardiac surgeons require efficient methods for managing extensive patient data.
    • Existing data management systems may lack versatility or user-friendliness.
    • Computerization of patient records is crucial for modern medical practice.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present a versatile and efficient computer program for cardiac surgeons.
    • To facilitate the digitalization and analysis of patient data.
    • To support clinical decision-making and research through data management.

    Main Methods:

    • Development of a computer program compatible with IBM PC-compatible machines.
    • Implementation of features for storing over 250 data items per patient.

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  • Inclusion of simultaneous data analysis and patient profiling capabilities.
  • Design for minimal computer science knowledge requirement.

    • Main Results:

    • The program efficiently stores and analyzes data for up to 30,000 patients.
    • It enables charting of individual patient profiles and tabulation of registry-wide information.
    • The software can generate customized lists for patient tracking and communication.
    • Functionality includes data management for surgeons, cardiologists, diagnoses, operations, and intervention dates.

    Conclusions:

    • The presented program offers an efficient, adaptable solution for cardiac surgeons to computerize patient data.
    • It simplifies data management, analysis, and communication, enhancing clinical practice.
    • The software's user-friendly design makes advanced data handling accessible to surgeons with limited IT expertise.