Analytics Dashboard for Safety Screening of Implantable Medical Devices Prior to Magnetic Resonance Imaging
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By
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Ee Chin Teo
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Hsin-Yu Jen
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Eric Fang
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Yonghan Ting
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Andrew Makmur
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James Hallinan
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September 23, 2026
Clinical Report: Analytics Dashboard for Safety Screening of Implantable Medical Devices
Background
The increasing prevalence of implantable medical devices due to aging populations and chronic diseases raises significant safety concerns during magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Effective pre-MRI safety screening is crucial to prevent adverse events related to these devices. This report details a novel analytics dashboard aimed at enhancing the safety screening process.
Data Highlights
| Metric | Q2 (Feb-Apr 2024) | Q4 (Aug-Oct 2024) |
|---|---|---|
| False Negatives | 29 (0.09%) | Data not specified |
| Device Disclosure Rate | 183 (40.58%) | Data not specified |
Key Findings
- The dashboard integrates device records, appointments, and radiology reports for comprehensive safety screening.
- Keyword refinements led to improved performance metrics in the dashboard.
- From November 2023 to October 2024, 32,214 unique patient visits were evaluated.
- 40.58% of devices were not disclosed on request forms according to the retrospective audit.
- Survey results indicated a high usability rating among MRI radiographers (93.3% response rate).
Clinical Implications
The implementation of the analytics dashboard may enhance the accuracy of pre-MRI safety screenings for patients with implantable devices. Improved device disclosure rates can lead to better patient safety outcomes during MRI procedures.
Conclusion
The analytics dashboard represents a significant advancement in the safety screening process for MRI in patients with implantable medical devices.
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Data Analytics Dashboard for Pre–Magnetic Resonance Imaging Safety Screening of Implantable Medical Devices
Ee Chin Teo, Hsin-Yu Jen, Eric Fang, Yonghan Ting, Andrew Makmur, James Hallinan. Journal Of Medical Internet Research, 2026.
https://www.jmir.org/2026/1/e90391
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