The search for a 'code for everything' is really a bit pointless. It
reflects naff information systems which expect users to select the one pithy
phrase which describes the condition under investigation - but if the phrase
is not available then tough!
If your systems do not allow you to build up statements such as :
Measurement: BP
Value: x/y
Evaluation: raised
Cause: performed by authority figure in white coat
then you you really cannot expect to do anything useful with the data.
RANT MODE OFF
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Andrew Capey [log in to unmask]
Corporate Data Manager
Royal Brompton Hospital Tel: 0171 351 8726
Sydney Street, London SW3 6NP, UK Fax: 0171 351 8743
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