Version: 0.0.3 | Published: 20 Nov 2023 | Updated: 549 days ago
Summary
DOI Name:
Not Available
Documentation
Description:
The Monthly National ECDS (Emergency Care Data Set) dataset refers to a collection of data related to emergency care services in a specific country or region. The ECDS is a standardized data set that captures essential information about patient encounters in emergency departments, providing valuable insights into emergency care utilization, patient characteristics, and outcomes. The Monthly National ECDS dataset includes data collected on a monthly basis, covering a wide range of variables and metrics related to emergency care. It may include information such as patient demographics (age, gender), arrival mode (ambulance, self-presented), arrival date and time, triage category, presenting complaints or symptoms, medical history, clinical assessments, diagnostic tests, procedures performed, medications administered, length of stay, and discharge outcomes. The dataset serves several purposes. It provides a comprehensive view of emergency care utilization patterns, helping healthcare administrators, policymakers, and researchers monitor and evaluate the performance of emergency care services at a national or regional level. It allows for the identification of trends, patterns, and areas that may require improvement in emergency care delivery. The Monthly National ECDS dataset enables the analysis of patient characteristics and outcomes in emergency care settings. It supports research on topics such as disease surveillance, epidemiology, quality of care, patient safety, and resource allocation. Researchers can explore factors associated with emergency department utilization, identify high-risk patient populations, evaluate the effectiveness of interventions, and contribute to evidence-based emergency care practices. The dataset also aids in benchmarking and comparisons between different healthcare facilities or regions, facilitating the sharing of best practices and lessons learned. It supports the development of performance indicators, quality metrics, and standards for emergency care services. It's important to note that the specific data elements and structure of the Monthly National ECDS dataset may vary depending on the country or region implementing it. Access to the dataset and its specific data elements may be subject to privacy regulations and governance frameworks to ensure patient confidentiality. For more detailed information about the dataset, including its availability, specific variables, and usage guidelines, it is recommended to consult the relevant healthcare authorities or organizations responsible for managing and maintaining the Monthly National ECDS dataset in the specific country or region of interest.
Is Part Of:
WSIC
Coverage
Spatial:
NHS Brent CCG; NHS Central London CCG; NHS Ealing CCG; NHS Hammersmith &Fulham
CCG; NHS Harrow CCG; NHS Hillingdon CCG; NHS Hounslow CCG; NHS West London CCG
Typical Age Range:
0-150
Follow Up:
> 10 YEARS
Physical Sample Availability:
NOT AVAILABLE
Provenance
Origin
Purposes:
- ADMINISTRATIVE
- CARE
- OTHER
Sources:
OTHER
Collection Situations:
OTHER
Temporal
Accrual Periodicity:
Monthly
Time Lag:
OTHER
Accessibility
Access
Jurisdictions:
GB
Data Controller:
Joint data controller model across North West London
Data Processor:
NHS BRENT CCG
Usage
Data Use Limitations:
NO RESTRICTION
Data Use Requirements:
- COLLABORATION REQUIRED
- GEOGRAPHICAL RESTRICTIONS
- PROJECT SPECIFIC RESTRICTIONS
- USER SPECIFIC RESTRICTION
Resource Creators:
- NHS NWL ICS
- Discover-NOW
Format and Standards
Vocabulary Encoding Schemes:
OTHER
Conforms To:
OTHER
Languages:
en
Formats:
OTHER
Origin
Name:
NWL Data Catalogue