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What we learn from a clinical database

S F Hall1, P F Dixon

  • 1Department of Oncology, Queen's University Faculty of Medicine, Kingston, Ontario.

The Journal of Otolaryngology
|June 1, 1994
PubMed
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This study introduces a clinical database for cancer treatment assessment and patient tracking. The Kingston Regional Cancer Clinic utilizes this system for effective data management and teaching.

Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Clinical Informatics
  • Health Services Research

Background:

  • Clinical databases are essential for managing patient data and treatment outcomes in oncology.
  • Effective documentation facilitates treatment assessment, comparison, and patient follow-up.
  • Utilizing such systems aids in medical education and quality improvement.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a clinical database and associated software implemented at the Kingston Regional Cancer Clinic.
  • To present key findings derived from the database.
  • To highlight the utility of the database for clinical practice and teaching.

Main Methods:

  • Description of the clinical database system and its software functionalities.
  • Data collection and analysis procedures for patient caseload and treatment information.

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  • Presentation of selected findings from the documented data.

    • Main Results:

    • The database effectively documents patient caseload and treatment details.
    • Comparative treatment assessments and patient follow-up are facilitated by the system.
    • Pertinent findings demonstrate the database's value in clinical decision-making.

    Conclusions:

    • The implemented clinical database is a valuable tool for cancer clinics.
    • The system supports comprehensive patient management, treatment evaluation, and medical education.
    • Data-driven insights from the database can enhance cancer care delivery.