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A microcomputer system in the delivery suite.

M Houlton, J Austin, D Jenkins

    British Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
    |June 1, 1984
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    Microcomputer systems streamline obstetric data collection in delivery suites, improving efficiency for administrative, antenatal, and delivery details. This system facilitates timely record generation for birth notifications and patient notes.

    Area of Science:

    • Obstetrics and Gynecology
    • Health Informatics
    • Medical Record Systems

    Background:

    • Traditional methods of recording obstetric data can be time-consuming and prone to errors.
    • Efficient data management is crucial for effective patient care and hospital administration.
    • The implementation of digital systems in healthcare is a growing trend.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the implementation and initial impact of microcomputer systems in obstetric delivery suites.
    • To assess the system's capability in capturing administrative, antenatal, anaesthetic, and delivery details.
    • To present an initial obstetric audit based on computer-recorded data.

    Main Methods:

    • Installation of microcomputer systems in two obstetric units with a combined annual delivery rate of approximately 10,000.

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  • Data entry by midwifery and medical staff during and immediately after labor and delivery.
  • Automated generation of Birth Notifications, Midwives Register entries, and patient records.
  • Subsequent data entry for puerperium and anaesthetic follow-up by postnatal doctors and anaesthetists.
  • Analysis of data from 2229 deliveries over a 6-month period (July-December 1982) at Bristol Maternity Hospital.

    • Main Results:

    • Successful integration of microcomputer systems into daily obstetric workflows.
    • Generation of official documents and patient records directly from the system.
    • Collection of comprehensive obstetric details for a significant number of deliveries.
    • Demonstrated potential for systematic data collection and audit.

    Conclusions:

    • Microcomputer systems offer a viable solution for efficient and accurate data management in obstetric units.
    • The system facilitates the creation of essential records and summaries for clinical and administrative purposes.
    • Initial data collection supports the utility of these systems for obstetric audits and improved record-keeping.