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This study aims to explore the practical impact of clinical diagnostic decision support systems (CDDS) on the diagnostic processes in emergency medicine.

July 15, 2026DiagnosisOpen Access

Effects and use of a computerized diagnostic decision support system during the diagnostic process in emergency medicine. A mixed-methods study

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SHStefanie C. HautzUniversity Hospital of Bern TETori P. EpprechtUniversity Hospital of Bern TMThimo MarcinUniversity of Bern

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Mixed-methods study examines how a CDDS influences diagnostic decisions and consultation behaviors in emergency residents, suggesting practical implications.

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This study aims to explore the practical impact of clinical diagnostic decision support systems (CDDS) on the diagnostic processes in emergency medicine.
Mixed-methods design combining exploratory data analysis from the DDx-BRO trial and accompanying substudy.
Cluster-randomized, multicenter trial involving four Swiss emergency departments.
Assessment of self-reported CDDS use, tracked use, and workflow indicators like contact time and advice-seeking behavior.
In intervention periods, there was a 91% report of CDDS use among observed physicians due to mandatory implementation.
Participants noted a significant reduction in consultations with senior physicians when using the CDDS.
23% of users rated the CDDS as supportive, citing enhanced differential diagnosis and confirmation of their own diagnoses.

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Hautz et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a57239488b21df875480421 https://doi.org/10.1515/dx-2026-0025

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Mixed-methods study examines how a CDDS influences diagnostic decisions and consultation behaviors in emergency residents, suggesting practical implications.

Effects and use of a computerized diagnostic decision support system during the diagnostic process in emergency medicine. A mixed-methods study

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