Quality Indicators Targeting Low-Value Clinical Practices in Trauma Care.
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DOI: 10.1001/jamasurg.2022.0812
Abstract: Importance The use of quality indicators has been shown to improve injury care processes and outcomes. However, trauma quality indicators proposed to date exclusively target the underuse of recommended practices. Initiatives such as Choosing Wisely… read more here.
Keywords: low value; trauma care; quality indicators; quality ... See more keywords
Application of quality indicators to data from the National Network of Congenital Anomalies of Argentina
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DOI: 10.1002/bdr2.1472
Abstract: In Argentina, birth defects are a leading cause of infant deaths. In 2009, the National Network for Congenital Anomalies of Argentina (RENAC) was established as a hospital‐based surveillance system of major structural birth defects. To… read more here.
Keywords: national network; congenital anomalies; quality; anomalies argentina ... See more keywords
European Society of Cardiology quality indicators for the care and outcomes of adults with heart failure. Developed by the Working Group for Heart Failure Quality Indicators in collaboration with the Heart Failure Association of the European Society of Cardiology
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DOI: 10.1002/ejhf.2371
Abstract: To develop a suite of quality indicators (QIs) for the evaluation of the quality of care for adults with heart failure (HF). read more here.
Keywords: cardiology; heart failure; quality indicators;
Chest computed tomography‐derived muscle mass and quality indicators, in‐hospital outcomes, and costs in older inpatients
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DOI: 10.1002/jcsm.12948
Abstract: Muscle mass and muscle quality assessed by computed tomography (CT) have been associated with poor prognosis in oncology and surgery patients, but the relevant evidence was limited in older patients. We hypothesized that muscle mass… read more here.
Keywords: quality indicators; computed tomography; muscle; muscle mass ... See more keywords
Quality indicators for mental healthcare in the Danube region: results from a pilot feasibility study
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DOI: 10.1007/s00406-020-01124-z
Abstract: Quality indicators are vital for monitoring the transformation of institution-based mental health services towards the provision of person-centered mental healthcare. While several mental healthcare quality indicators have been identified as relevant and valid, their actual… read more here.
Keywords: mental healthcare; quality; feasibility study; danube region ... See more keywords
Unsedated Colonoscopy: Impact on Quality Indicators
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DOI: 10.1007/s10620-020-06491-0
Abstract: In the USA, sedation is commonly used for colonoscopies; though colonoscopy can be successfully performed without sedation, outcomes data in this setting are scarce. To determine patient characteristics associated with undergoing unsedated colonoscopy and whether… read more here.
Keywords: unsedated colonoscopy; colonoscopy; sedation; cir adr ... See more keywords
Development of a tool for benchmarking of clinical pharmacy activities
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DOI: 10.1007/s11096-018-0725-6
Abstract: Background Initiatives are needed to promote and evaluate clinical pharmacy. In this context, benchmarking could be useful. Objective To develop and validate a benchmarking tool for clinical pharmacy activities. Setting Six Belgian hospitals. Method A… read more here.
Keywords: clinical pharmacy; tool; pharmacy activities; pharmacy ... See more keywords
Selenium and drinking water quality indicators in Mongolia
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DOI: 10.1007/s11356-018-2885-2
Abstract: Mongolia is characterized by restricted sources of drinking water and intensive water pollution due to high rates of urbanization, mining industry development, enormous amount of livestock, and ever-growing attempts in domestic production of cereals and… read more here.
Keywords: water; selenium drinking; water quality; water resources ... See more keywords
Quality Indicators for High-Need Patients: a Systematic Review
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DOI: 10.1007/s11606-022-07454-z
Abstract: Healthcare systems are increasingly implementing programs for high-need patients, who often have multiple chronic conditions and complex social situations. Little, however, is known about quality indicators that might guide healthcare organizations and providers in improving… read more here.
Keywords: quality indicators; high need; systematic review; quality ... See more keywords
Improving hip fracture care in Spain: evolution of quality indicators in the Spanish National Hip Fracture Registry
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DOI: 10.1007/s11657-022-01084-y
Abstract: Summary This study was carried out to analyze the evolution of the quality indicators in the Spanish National Hip Fracture Registry, after disseminating a series of recommendations based on available clinical practice guidelines to the… read more here.
Keywords: spanish national; hip fracture; quality; quality indicators ... See more keywords
Quality Indicators for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy in Breast Cancer: Applicability and Clinical Relevance in a Non-screened Population
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DOI: 10.1007/s13193-017-0695-5
Abstract: Quality Indicators for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy in Breast Cancer: Applicability and Clinical Relevance in a Non-screened Population: sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB) has replaced axillary lymph node dissection (ALND) as standard of care for… read more here.
Keywords: breast cancer; quality indicators; sentinel lymph; cancer ... See more keywords