Using geographic data to improve infection prevention in hospitals
GeoHAI Implementation in IP Workflow
This study is testing a new computer tool that uses location data to help hospital staff find and prevent infections, especially Clostridioides difficile, to keep patients safer.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 25 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Ohio State University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Columbus, Ohio) |
| Trial ID | NCT05612672 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study implements a new computer application that utilizes Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to help hospital epidemiologists identify clusters of Hospital Acquired Infections (HAIs) and assess transmission risks. By integrating geographic data with patient-level information from electronic health records, the study aims to enhance the workflow of infection preventionists. The multidisciplinary team involved combines expertise in GIS, public health informatics, and usability assessment to evaluate the effectiveness of this approach in reducing HAIs, particularly Clostridioides difficile infections.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are infection preventionists or physicians involved in infection prevention at the participating health system.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in infection prevention or do not work at the participating health system will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve the identification and prevention of hospital-acquired infections, leading to better patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While GIS has been widely used in public health, its application in hospital settings for infection prevention is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Infection preventionist or physician involved in infection prevention at participating health system Exclusion Criteria: * Not an infection preventionist nor a physician involved in infection prevention * Does not work at the participating health system
Where this trial is running
Columbus, Ohio
- The Ohio State University — Columbus, Ohio, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Courtney Hebert, MD — Ohio State University
- Study coordinator: Ohio State University Office of Responsible Research Practices
- Email: biomedicalirbinfo@osu.edu
- Phone: 1-800-678-6251
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.