Development and implementation of an extremity free-tissue-transfer database.
J Reconstr Microsurg
; 13(7): 475-85; discussion 486-7, 1997 Oct.
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| ID: mdl-9353699
ABSTRACT
Rigorous clinical outcomes research requires accurate, complete, and standardized data. No such system is currently being used by reconstructive microsurgeons to evaluate free-tissue-transfer procedures. To facilitate collection of relevant and complete data, the authors propose a standardized format for data collection regarding these procedures. Data are collected via computer entry or scannable forms. The database includes sociodemographic, clinical, health/functional status, patient satisfaction, and resource utilization variables--the necessary components of a well-constructed clinical outcome study. Such studies will give rise to meaningful treatment algorithms for managing reconstructive problems. In addition, widespread use of a standardized databse will facilitate comparisons between practices and allow for meta-analyses. Resultant practice guidelines and microsurgery care maps will ultimately improve patient care and minimize unnecessary costs.
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01-internacional
Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Retalhos Cirúrgicos
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Computação em Informática Médica
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Bases de Dados Factuais
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Avaliação de Resultados em Cuidados de Saúde
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Procedimentos de Cirurgia Plástica
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Microcirurgia
Tipo de estudo:
Guideline
Limite:
Humans
Idioma:
En
Ano de publicação:
1997
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Article