Database of hospital patient data for improving care
Portsmouth Clinical Outcomes REsearch Database (CORE-D)- a Research Database of Routine Electronically Recorded Patient Data to Model Adverse Clinical Outcomes and Healthcare Resource Usage
This study is creating a database of hospital patient information to see how we can better identify patients who might need extra help and improve their care.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 750000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 16 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust Government |
| Locations | 1 site (Portsmouth, Hampshire) |
| Trial ID | NCT04983082 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project creates an integrated database of depersonalized routine hospital patient data, including demographics, disease attributes, and clinical outcomes. It aims to conduct observational studies and develop algorithms to identify patients at risk of deterioration, allowing for timely interventions. The database will also facilitate the evaluation of clinical pathways and simulate healthcare interventions to enhance patient outcomes. By analyzing this data, the project seeks to improve resource allocation and care delivery in acute hospital settings.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults presenting at the acute hospital or receiving services from the hospital.
Not a fit: Patients who have opted out of research with NHS Digital or requested their records not be included will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this initiative could lead to improved patient outcomes through timely interventions for those at risk of adverse health events.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies utilizing similar observational data approaches have shown success in improving patient care and outcomes.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adult presenting at the acute hospital or receiving services from the hospital Exclusion Criteria: * Adults who have registered an opt out of research with National Health Service (NHS) Digital * Adults who have contacted the hospital to ask that their records are not to be included in this study
Where this trial is running
Portsmouth, Hampshire
- Queen Alexandra Hospital — Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Paul E Schmidt, MRCP — Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust
- Study coordinator: Paul Meredith, PhD
- Email: paul.meredith@porthosp.nhs.uk
- Phone: 023 92286000
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.