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A computerized follow-up system for hemoccult screening programs

S P Colombano, J T Evans

    Cancer Detection and Prevention
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    The new Computerized Stool Фіnalіzаtіоn System (CSFS) significantly reduces the time and resources needed for hemoccult stool screening. This innovation streamlines the screening process, allowing for more efficient use of available testing resources.

    Area of Science:

    • Health Informatics
    • Public Health Screening
    • Medical Logistics

    Background:

    • Hemoccult stool screening traditionally involved extensive clerical and secretarial time.
    • Conducting widespread screening programs across multiple locations presented significant logistical challenges.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop a specialized system to streamline the logistics of hemoccult stool screening.
    • To reduce the administrative burden associated with large-scale screening programs.

    Main Methods:

    • Development of the Computerized Stool Фіnalіzаtіоn System (CSFS) as an application of the Roswell Park Management System (RPMIS).
    • Utilized RPMIS for formatted video data entry, editing, and report generation.
    • Enabled automated generation of patient and physician forms and letters with single commands.

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    Main Results:

    • Reduced screening time from 157 hours for 363 patients (non-computerized) to less than two hours for 74 patients.
    • Demonstrated a significant streamlining of workload for stool screening processes.
    • Implemented automated error cross-checks and updating reminders within the system.

    Conclusions:

    • The CSFS dramatically improves the efficiency of hemoccult stool screening.
    • The system allows for more effective utilization of existing screening tests.
    • Computerization offers substantial benefits in managing public health screening programs.