Making dialysis treatment safer using GS1 barcodes
Shinseikai Daiichi Hospital implemented GS1 barcodes on drugs and dialysers, supported by a bedside scanning system to confirm patient identity, medication details and staff verification. This has strengthened traceability, reduced errors, and improved teamwork through real-time record sharing.
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Dialysis treatment demands accurate identification of patients, dialysers, and medicines, as any misidentification can lead to serious harm. The high volume of patients and treatments adds operational complexity, increasing the risk of errors.
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