An automated system to track and remind for timely ureteric stent removal (TRACER)
Care Process & Redesign
Technology
National Healthcare Innovation and Productivity Medals
SingHealth
31 December 2024
Develop an automated tracking and reminder system (TRACER) for ureteric stent removal, improving patient safety and. TRACER has been highly effective in improving ureteric stent tracking.
Year Submitted: 2024
Published Date: 31 December 2024
Tags: Technology, Care Process ＆ Redesign, Digital Health, Digitalisation, Data Management, Data Platform, Automation, Quality Improvement, Productivity, Time Saving, Job Effectiveness
About this Content
Aims
Develop an automated tracking and reminder system (TRACER) for ureteric stent removal, improving patient safety and efficiency.
Background
Manual tracking of ureteric stents led to omissions, increasing the risk of medical complications from prolonged implant retention.
Methods
Implemented the TRACER system, a dual-prong tracking method combining T-DOC instrument tracking and Electronic Medical Records (EMR), with automatic email reminders for stent removal.
Results
TRACER successfully tracked all 82 ureteric stents inserted, ensuring accurate documentation and timely removals. Manpower savings of 87.5% in data entry time were achieved.
Conclusion
TRACER has been highly effective in improving ureteric stent tracking. Future plans include expanding its use for tracking all medical implants and scaling it to other institutions.
Lessons Learnt
Automated tracking improves patient safety, efficiency, and reduces manual workload. The dual-prong system minimizes missed entries.
Keywords
Medical Implants, Automated Ureteric Stent Tracing System, Dual-Prong System, Tracking System, Electronic Medical Records
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | SingHealth |
Organization(s) Involved | Sengkang General Hospital |
Platform(s) | National Healthcare Innovation and Productivity Medals |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Allied Health, Nursing, Medical |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Urology, Medical ＆ Laboratory Technology |
Project Lead(s) | Lee Lui Shiong |
Project Member(s) | Ye Shuqin |
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Michelle Tan - Michelle.tan.s.k@skh.com.sg