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Computers in anesthesiology--a look ahead.

W J Arnell, D G Schultz

    Medical Instrumentation
    |November 1, 1983
    PubMed
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    Digital computers can enhance operating room decision-making for anesthesiologists by processing patient data. Integrating monitoring instruments into an information system improves patient care and supports the anesthesiologist.

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    Area of Science:

    • Anesthesiology
    • Biomedical Engineering
    • Medical Informatics

    Background:

    • The anesthesiologist manages patient pharmacologic and physiologic status in the operating room.
    • Digital data processing equipment offers potential to improve decision-making in this environment.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the integration of digital data processing equipment into operating room systems.
    • To enhance the anesthesiologist's decision-making capabilities through technology.

    Main Methods:

    • Monitoring instruments provide input to a digital computer.
    • The computer aggregates, processes, and displays patient and anesthesia machine variables.

    Main Results:

    • Digital computers can organize and present complex data for anesthesiologists.

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  • Developing effective interfaces and displays is crucial for successful integration.

    • Conclusions:

    • An integrated information system, supported by advanced processing and display techniques, can significantly aid anesthesiologists.
    • This technological advancement promises to improve patient care and operational efficiency in the operating room.