Computers in Medicine (Cambridge (CIE) IGCSE ICT)
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Information Systems
What is an information system?
An information system is a purpose built system designed to collect, store, process, distribute and use information
In a hospital an information system would be used to:
Access patient medical records
Appointment scheduling
Manage medication dispensing
Facilitate communication between doctors, nurses and other healthcare providers
Public health reporting
Information systems are used by healthcare professionals for making informed decisions about patient care
3D Printers
What is a 3D printer?
A 3D printer is a machine capable of outputting three-dimensional objects from a digital file
3D printing starts with the creation of a 3D model using computer aided design (CAD)
The benefits of 3D printing include:
3D models can be fully customised on the computer before printing
Prototyping
3D printers in medicine
Printing of prosthetics |
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Tissue engineering |
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Artificial blood vessels |
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Customised medicines |
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