Possible features of current electronic endoscopic information systems: what to look for

Thomas J Savides; Kenneth Chang; Peter Cotton

doi:10.1016/j.giec.2004.05.005

Possible features of current electronic endoscopic information systems: what to look for

Gastrointest Endosc Clin N Am. 2004 Oct;14(4):735-43, x. doi: 10.1016/j.giec.2004.05.005.

Authors

Thomas J Savides¹, Kenneth Chang, Peter Cotton

Affiliation

¹ Division of Gastroenterology, University of California, San Diego School of Medicine, UCSD Thornton Gastroenterology (0956), 9320 Campus Point Drive, La Jolla, CA 92037-0956, USA. tsavides@ucsd.edu

PMID: 15363778
DOI: 10.1016/j.giec.2004.05.005

Abstract

The endoscopic electronic medical record (EEMR) has the potential to increase greatly the efficiency of both the endoscopist and the entire endoscopy unit. Potential efficiencies depend on the specific situation of the endoscopist and the type of endoscopy unit. This article describes a number of features available in current EEMRs as well as some emerging features that are important for future databases. Additionally, some aspects of equipment and staff needed to implement a successful EEMR are discussed.

Publication types

Review

MeSH terms

Endoscopy, Digestive System / methods*
Forms and Records Control / organization & administration
Humans
Information Dissemination / methods
Medical Records Systems, Computerized / organization & administration*