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Revista de Saúde e Informática Médica

Volume 15, Emitir 4 (2024)

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Enhancing Patient Care with Clinical Informatics

Mettarikanon Christopoulou*

In the evolving landscape of healthcare, clinical informatics has emerged as a transformative force in enhancing patient care. This manuscript explores the integration of clinical informatics into healthcare systems, emphasizing its role in improving patient outcomes, optimizing clinical workflows, and facilitating data-driven decision-making. Through a comprehensive analysis of current practices, technologies, and challenges, this paper elucidates how clinical informatics can address inefficiencies, promote evidence-based practices, and ultimately lead to more personalized and effective patient care. By leveraging Electronic Health Records (EHRs), data analytics, and decision support systems, clinical informatics not only streamlines administrative tasks but also provides clinicians with actionable insights to enhance diagnostic accuracy, treatment plans, and patient engagement. The manuscript underscores the importance of ongoing research and innovation in this field, advocating for a synergistic approach that combines technological advancements with a human-centered focus to advance the quality of care and patient satisfaction.

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Informatics Tools Enhancing Tumor Classification and Diagnosis

Maggio Scarselli*

In the rapidly evolving field of oncology, the accurate classification and diagnosis of tumors are pivotal for effective treatment planning and patient outcomes. Informatics tools have emerged as transformative assets in enhancing tumor classification and diagnosis, leveraging advanced technologies such as machine learning, artificial intelligence, and big data analytics. This manuscript explores the role of these informatics tools in revolutionizing tumor classification and diagnosis by improving accuracy, efficiency, and personalization in clinical practice. By integrating largescale data from various sources, including genomic, histopathological, and imaging data, these tools facilitate a more nuanced understanding of tumor biology and enable more precise treatment strategies. The manuscript discusses the impact of informatics tools on the current diagnostic workflows, the challenges faced, and future directions for research and development in this domain. Through a comprehensive examination of recent advancements and their implications, this work underscores the significant potential of informatics tools in transforming oncology and enhancing patient care.

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Clinical Informatics in Chronic Disease Management

Simu Prodan*

Clinical informatics, a field that integrates information technology with healthcare, plays a pivotal role in chronic disease management. As chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease become increasingly prevalent, effective management strategies are essential for improving patient outcomes and reducing healthcare costs. This manuscript explores the integration of clinical informatics in chronic disease management, focusing on how Electronic Health Records (EHRs), Health Information Exchanges (HIEs), and data analytics are transforming the approach to patient care. By leveraging these technologies, healthcare providers can enhance the quality of care, facilitate personalized treatment plans, and enable proactive management of chronic conditions. This manuscript also discusses the challenges and opportunities associated with implementing clinical informatics solutions, including data privacy concerns, system interoperability, and the need for robust training programs. Ultimately, the effective use of clinical informatics has the potential to revolutionize chronic disease management by fostering a more informed, efficient, and patient-centered approach to care.

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The Role of AI in Precision Oncology

Buzza Harris*

The advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has heralded a transformative era in medicine, with precision oncology emerging as a primary beneficiary of this technological advancement. Precision oncology, which focuses on tailoring cancer treatment based on individual patient characteristics and the molecular profile of their tumors, has seen significant enhancements through AI. This manuscript explores the role of AI in precision oncology, highlighting its contributions to improving diagnostic accuracy, personalizing treatment plans, predicting patient outcomes, and advancing drug discovery. By leveraging machine learning algorithms and large-scale data analysis, AI has facilitated more nuanced and effective cancer care, offering the potential for earlier detection, more targeted therapies, and ultimately, better patient outcomes. Despite these advancements, the integration of AI into clinical practice is not without challenges, including data privacy concerns, the need for robust validation, and the requirement for interdisciplinary collaboration. This discussion underscores the transformative impact of AI on precision oncology while also addressing the obstacles that need to be overcome to fully realize its potential.

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