Distributed clinical neurophysiology.
J Telemed Telecare
; 3(2): 89-95, 1997.
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ABSTRACT
We have developed a consultation forum for clinical neurophysiology in Finland. The system connects local digital electroencephalography (EEG) recording and analysing networks using a high-speed asynchronous transfer mode (ATM) network. Clinicians can obtain a second opinion using interactive data and video consultations or using data-only consultations. In addition, the system can be used for off-line review of pre-recorded data. During a one-month evaluation, 66 EEG recordings were made altogether in Satakunta Central Hospital and consultations were required on 12 occasions. Nine of them were data-only consultations and three were data and video consultations. A data consultation lasted 15-20 min and a data and video consultation 35-45 min. Clinically, there were numerous benefits for the hospitals. The system established a link to a centre of excellence for second opinions or continuing education. It also helped with on-duty arrangements and enabled the construction of national data banks.
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Base de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Consulta Remota
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Neurofisiología
País/Región como asunto:
Europa
Idioma:
En
Revista:
J Telemed Telecare
Asunto de la revista:
INFORMATICA MEDICA
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SERVICOS DE SAUDE
Año:
1997
Tipo del documento:
Article