Abstract
A test of the use of microchip cards as portable medical records has been organized and evaluated in a small Belgian town. The portable record was accepted by patients and could be a useful innovation for emergency situations. A comparative evaluation of other portable media is needed.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Aged
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Attitude of Health Personnel*
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Attitude to Health*
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Belgium
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Computer Security
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Equipment Failure
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Evaluation Studies as Topic
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Family Practice
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Humans
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Medical Records Systems, Computerized*
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Microcomputers*
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Middle Aged
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Patient Identification Systems*
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Physicians / psychology*