COMPUTER USE IN MEDICAL FIELD .pptx

computers in medical field

1. USE OF COMPUTER IN HEALTHCARE

2. Importance of Computer in Medical Field Computers enable an efficient storage of huge amounts of medical data. Computer storage can serve as the best means of housing medical information. Medical journals, research and diagnosis papers, important medical documents and reference books can best be stored in an electronic format. In the field of medicine, computers allow for faster communication between a patient and a doctor. The importance of computers cannot be stressed enough as computer technology has revolutionized the field of medicine.

3. Some Common Uses of Computers In Nursing And Health Care To track the health progress of the patient To communicate with different department To perform a complicated surgical procedure To manage the inventory of health clinics To provide care to the patients To provide information through websites To account for bills and receipts To perform Data Analysis of Medicines To assist in therapy

4. Electronic Medical Billing Systems These systems are designed to streamline the billing process by electronically submitting claims to insurance companies and government payers. They generate invoices based on the services provided during treatment, incorporating relevant billing codes and patient information. Electronic billing systems help minimize errors, expedite reimbursement, and track outstanding payments. Digital receipt management systems can streamline expense tracking, improve organization, and facilitate easy retrieval of receipts when needed for auditing or reimbursement purposes.

5. Electronic Health Records (EHRs) EHR systems store comprehensive patient health information, including medical history, diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, and progress notes. Therapists use EHRs to document therapy sessions, track patient progress, and communicate with other healthcare providers involved in the patient's care.

6. Use of computer to communicate within the department/organization The computers help the communication of the information within different departments of the same organization without any barrier. The patient's test reports ( eg. an X-ray scan) when processed by the Laboratory department can be uploaded under the name of the patient which has unique numbers allotted to them, then the doctors in another department ( eg. respiratory department) can access these reports and then provide the suitable medication on those reports. Similarly, different nurses can track the reports of the patients that are provided by the different department's doctors and laboratories, and then keep track of patient daily medications and requirements.

7. Use of computer to communicate within the department/organization Communication within different locations in the organization is possible with the help of an intranet (a network of computers within the organization). In the intranet, some main computers have higher permissions and grants than other computers. The main computer can control the services and functionality of other computers. Many software applications work on these intranets and provide the interface for communication.

8. Medical Laboratory Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS): LIMS are comprehensive software solutions that manage various aspects of laboratory operations, including sample tracking, test scheduling, result reporting, quality control, and inventory management. Computers facilitate the implementation and utilization of LIMS, improving workflow organization and data management.

9. Medical Laboratory Instrumentation and Analysis: Sophisticated laboratory instruments, such as analyzers for hematology, chemistry, immunology, microbiology, and molecular diagnostics, are computer-controlled and connected to data management systems. Computers control and automates sample processing in the laboratory, such as centrifugation, pipetting, and mixing. Computers monitor instrument performance, analyze data, and generate test results with high precision and reliability.

10. Medical Laboratory Data Analysis and Interpretation: Computers process and analyze vast amounts of laboratory data, including test results, patient demographics, and quality control metrics. Automated systems increase Improve efficiency reduce time minimize human error improve consistency in sample handling and preparation.

11. Computer interfaced ECG Machine Signal Acquisition: ECG machines are often interfaced with computers to acquire and digitize the electrical signals produced by the heart. The computer controls the ECG machine and records the voltage changes detected by the electrodes placed on the patient's skin. Data Processing and Analysis: Once the ECG signals are digitized, computers process and analyze the data to extract important parameters such as heart rate, rhythm, intervals (e.g., PR, QRS, QT), and morphological characteristics of the ECG waveform. Sophisticated algorithms are employed to detect abnormalities, such as arrhythmias, conduction disturbances, ischemia, and infarction.

12. Interpretation: Computerized algorithms aid healthcare providers in interpreting ECGs by automatically identifying patterns indicative of various cardiac conditions. These algorithms compare the acquired ECG with databases of normal and abnormal patterns to provide diagnostic insights and analysis of abnormalities for further review by a trained medical professional. Storage and Retrieval: ECG data is stored in digital formats by computers, allowing for easy retrieval and comparison over time. Electronic medical record (EMR) systems integrate ECG findings with other clinical data, providing a comprehensive patient history for healthcare providers. Computer interfaced ECG Machine

13. Computers play a crucial role in a medical imaging technique used to visualize the structure and function of the organs by interfacing with ultrasound , CT, X ray and MRI Machine. Image Acquisition and Processing: Computers are used to acquire and process to enhance their quality image for interpretation by healthcare professionals. Image Analysis: computers are utilized to analyze them for various parameters such as heart chamber dimensions, wall thickness, valve function, blood flow velocity, and overall cardiac function. Advanced algorithms can automate certain measurements and analyses, improving accuracy and efficiency Computer in Imaging Techniques

14. Visualization and Display: Computers are employed to display medical images in real-time, enabling healthcare providers to visualize the structure and function of the heart dynamically. Advanced visualization tools allow for 3D reconstruction of organs, aiding in better understanding of complex cardiac anatomy and pathology. Storage and Retrieval: Medical images and data are stored in digital formats by computers, allowing for easy retrieval and comparison over time. Electronic medical record (EMR) systems integrate echocardiographic findings with other clinical data, providing comprehensive patient information for healthcare providers. Computer in Imaging Techniques

15. Role of Computer in Telemedicine Video Conferencing Computers enable high-quality video conferencing between healthcare providers and patients, allowing for real-time consultations and examinations. Through webcams and specialized telemedicine software, patients can communicate with healthcare professionals from the comfort of their homes, reducing the need for in-person visits. Remote Monitoring Devices Computers interface with various medical devices equipped with sensors to monitor patients remotely. These devices, such as wearable fitness trackers, blood pressure monitors, glucometers, and ECG monitors, collect real-time health data, which is transmitted to computers for analysis and interpretation by healthcare providers.

16. Use of Computer during Surgeries Robot-Assisted Surgery: Robotic surgery systems enable surgeons to perform complex procedures with enhanced precision and control. These systems typically involve a surgeon operating robotic arms equipped with surgical instruments, guided by a computer interface. Surgeons can perform minimally invasive surgeries with smaller incisions, reduced blood loss, and shorter recovery times. Image-Guided Surgery: Computer systems are used to integrate medical imaging (such as MRI, CT scans, or ultrasound) with real-time visualization during surgery. This helps surgeons navigate through complex anatomy more accurately and enables them to precisely target areas for intervention. Image-guided systems can be particularly useful in neurosurgery, orthopedic surgery, and certain types of cancer surgery.

17. Computers in Inventory Management The computers are used for inventory management which is necessary for hospitals and health clinics. The inventories are places where the large stocks and supplies of medicine and equipment are stored. If some medicine in the clinic is not available the person will then check its availability in the hospital inventory with the help of computers and if the person does not find the medicine in the inventory then the person can tag that item as "empty" and this will be reflected in every clinic in each department with the organization. The IT companies can design specialized inventory management software based on the requirement of the organization.