Improving detection of serious infections in hospitals using electronic methods
Electronic Surveillance for Hospital-Onset Sepsis to Expand Detection of Serious Healthcare-Associated Infections
This study is looking to improve how hospitals find and track serious infections, like sepsis, by using electronic systems to analyze patient data, so that doctors can better protect patients' health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Canton, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10925367 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the detection of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) in hospitals by implementing electronic surveillance systems. By utilizing routine clinical data, the project seeks to identify patients with serious infections more efficiently and accurately than current methods. The approach focuses on hospital-onset sepsis, which is often overlooked, and aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of infection rates and types. This could lead to better monitoring and management of infections that significantly impact patient health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are hospitalized patients who may be at risk for healthcare-associated infections, particularly those with signs of sepsis.
Not a fit: Patients who are not hospitalized or those who do not exhibit symptoms of serious infections may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved detection and management of serious infections in hospitals, ultimately reducing patient harm and improving outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that electronic surveillance methods can improve the detection of infections, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Canton, UNITED STATES
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, INC. — Canton, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rhee, Chanu — Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, INC.
- Study coordinator: Rhee, Chanu
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.