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Background and study aims When inefficiently designed software is combined with a non-evidence based medical practice, the result can be disastrous, leading to patient harm, significant impact to quality of life and damage to the health system due to unnecessary costs. The aim of this study is to compare the effects of modifying the electronic health record ordering communication system, by changing the basic shortcut menu and adding a clinical decision support system. Who can participate All the doctors working in the Western Oporto Group of Health Centers (except the Health Center where the researchers work). What does the study involve This study involved a modification of tests ordering system software. Doctors are randomly allocated to one of two groups: group 1 (system as it is now) or group 2 (a modified version of the electronic health record ordering communication system). What are the possible benefits and risks of participating? For group 1 participants, benefits include the use of a more complete software solution with a decision support tool and the risk is the difficulty to adapt to a new version of the system. Where is the study run from? Western Oporto Group of Health Centers (Portugal) When is the study starting and how long is it expected to run for? January 2012 to September 2012 Who is funding the study? Astrazeneca Portugal Foundation's 2010 program for support of research Who is the main contact? Dr Carlos Martins

Critère d'inclusion

• Laboratory tests prescription

Liens

• ictrp
• isrctn