QResearch

QResearch is a large consolidated database of anonymised health records from general practitioners in the United Kingdom. It was established in 2002 by the University of Nottingham and EMIS Health, a supplier of electronic patient record systems to general practices. The database includes data from more than 32 million patients, and is used for a variety of research projects, including epidemiology, health services research, and randomised controlled trials.

Overview

QResearch is a not-for-profit collaboration between the University of Nottingham and EMIS Health. The database was established to provide a resource for researchers in the field of health and medicine. It contains anonymised health records from more than 32 million patients in the UK, making it one of the largest databases of its kind in the world.

The data in QResearch is collected from general practices that use the EMIS Web clinical system. This includes information on patient demographics, diagnoses, prescriptions, laboratory test results, and referrals to specialist services. The data is updated on a monthly basis, and all records are anonymised to protect patient confidentiality.

Uses

QResearch is used for a wide range of research projects. These include studies in epidemiology, health services research, and randomised controlled trials. The database has been used to investigate a variety of health conditions, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, and mental health disorders.

In addition to research, QResearch is also used for public health surveillance and health policy development. The database provides a valuable resource for monitoring trends in disease prevalence and treatment, and for evaluating the impact of health policies and interventions.

Access

Access to QResearch is granted on a project-by-project basis, and is subject to approval by the QResearch Scientific Committee. Researchers must submit a proposal outlining the aims and methods of their study, and must agree to comply with all relevant ethical and data protection regulations.

See also

• Clinical data management
• Electronic health record
• Health informatics
• Medical research

References

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