Implementation of an automated early warning scoring system in a surgical ward: Practical use and effects on patient outcomes.
Eveline H J MestromAshley J R de BieMelissa van de SteegMerel DriessenLouis AtallahRick BezemerR Arthur BouwmanErik KorstenPublished in: PloS one (2019)
Implementation of an automated EWS system on a surgical high dependency unit improves the number of complete MEWS assessments, registered vital signs, and adherence to the EWS hospital protocol. However, this positive effect did not translate into a significant decrease in mortality, hospital length of stay, or ICU readmissions. Future research and development on automated EWS systems should focus on data management and technology interoperability.
Keyphrases
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- randomized controlled trial
- machine learning
- intensive care unit
- cardiovascular events
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- artificial intelligence
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