Medical informatics in medical research - the Severe Malaria in African Children (SMAC) Network's experience.

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OBJECTIVES: Computers are widely used for data management in clinical trials in the developed countries, unlike in developing countries. Dependable systems are vital for data management, and medical decision making in clinical research. Monitoring and evaluation of data management is critical. In this paper we describe database structures and procedures of systems used to implement, coordinate, and sustain data management in Africa. We outline major lessons, challenges and successes achieved...

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Authors: Olola, C; Missinou, M; Issifou, S; Anane-Sarpong, E; Abubakar, I

• Publication status: Published
• Journal: Methods of information in medicine
• Volume: 45
• Issue: 5
• Pages: 483-491
• Publication date: 2006-01-01
• ISSN: 0026-1270
• Language: English
• Keywords: Medical Informatics Applications; Biomedical Research; Child; Humans; SMAC Network; Africa; Acute Disease; Malaria