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Title: Supporting ad-hoc queries in an integrated clinical database. Author: Steib SA, Reichley RM, McMullin ST, Marrs KA, Bailey TC, Dunagan WC, Kahn MG. Journal: Proc Annu Symp Comput Appl Med Care; 1995; ():62-6. PubMed ID: 8563360. Abstract: Whether caring for patients or conducting research, medical decision-makers need access to clinical data. To fulfill that need, commercial software developers have produced a wide range of database query tools that differ greatly in functionality and cost. Generally, tools that have a greater ability to conceal database complexity from the user also require more effort for administrative setup. We describe a cost-effective, commercially-available query tool that requires no special setup to perform most simple queries, yet can be customized to satisfy users' more complex querying requirements.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]