title: Endoscopic databases and outcomes research.
abstract: Endoscopic databases may take several shapes and forms. They are important tools for the assessment of patient-centered outcomes. This article discusses the obstacles to data collection and the importance of a standard endoscopic terminology and content. The strengths and shortcomings of endoscopic databases are also described. Finally, the reader is apprised of the databases currently available for the clinical practitioner.
authors.affiliation: Department of Medicine and Preventive Medicine, University of Tennessee--Memphis, Memphis, Tennessee, USA.
authors.forename: G M
authors.initials: GM
authors.lastname: Eisen
mesh_terms: D016208:Databases, Factual; D016099:Endoscopy, Gastrointestinal / Q000639:trends*; D006801:Humans; D017063:Outcome Assessment, Health Care / Q000639:trends*