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This research aims to explore how information systems can improve sterilization processes in healthcare.

May 8, 2026Open Access

Usage of Information System in Sphere of Medicine to Improve Efficiency of Sterilization Processes

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This research aims to explore how information systems can improve sterilization processes in healthcare.
Examined disparities in sterilization practices between low and middle-income and high-income countries.
Discussed the development of a globally accessible information system for sterilization management.
Analyzed potential benefits for patient safety and healthcare efficiency.
Proposed information systems could reduce surgical site infections by providing tailored solutions.
Expected long-term benefits include lower infection rates and reduced healthcare costs.
Improved public trust in healthcare systems through enhanced sterilization practices.

Abstract

This article examines the critical role of sterilization in healthcare, emphasizing its importance in preventing Surgical Site Infections (SSIs), which are a leading cause of postoperative complications worldwide. It highlights the disparities in sterilization practices between Low and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs) and High-Income Countries (HICs) due to economic constraints and varying access to technology. The article explores the potential of developing a globally accessible information system for sterilization management, sponsored by the World Health Organization (WHO). Such a system could offer customizable, efficient solutions tailored to the resources of different healthcare facilities, enhancing patient safety, reducing SSIs, and positively affecting both global healthcare and economic outcomes. The long-term benefits include lower infection rates, reduced healthcare costs, and improved public trust in healthcare systems.

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