Term: Clinical Database

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2012-04-20

Definition:

An organized collection of information that are usually collected by those in the medical community. These data are commonly used for quality improvement and research purposes.

Related terms 

• Winnipeg ICU Database (WICUDB)

References 

• Garland A, Fransoo R, Olafson K, Ramsey C, Yogendran M, Chateau D, McGowan K. The Epidemiology and Outcomes of Critical Illness in Manitoba. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2012. [Report] [Summary] (View)