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January 27, 2026
Debrecen Clinical Center Enters a New Era with Its New Digital ECG
At the Emergency Clinic of the Clinical Center of the University of Debrecen, the patient admission process is supported by a modern and efficient IT system. Following registration, each patient can be identified by a unique barcode, which integrates the complete patient documentation—including examination results and 12-lead digital ECG recordings—into a unified whole.
The ECG recordings are automatically uploaded into the electronic patient record system as well as into the discharge summary.
As a result, the recordings are not only produced in excellent quality, but are also accessible at any time, can be reviewed retrospectively, and analyzed. The system enables precise monitoring of changes in a patient’s condition as well as comparison with previous results, which provides significant support in evaluating disease progression and making therapeutic decisions. This modern, integrated solution greatly enhances the efficiency of emergency care and the reliability of diagnostic processes, particularly with regard to the early detection of cardiac risks and the need for immediate intervention.
“The application of digital ECG is not merely a technological development, but also represents a kind of shift in approach to patient care. In emergency care, rapid decision-making and immediate access to reliable data are especially important—every minute counts—so it is crucial that physicians can rely on fast, accurate, and instantly accessible information when making decisions. The new digital system provides precisely this level of safety and efficiency: it integrates patient data, reduces the potential for errors, and significantly increases patient safety. In addition, it offers substantial support for medical work by enabling retrospective data analysis and the precise monitoring of changes in patient condition,” emphasized Professor Zoltán Szabó, President of the Clinical Center of the University of Debrecen.
In addition to patient care, the new device also supports scientific and research activities carried out within the Department of Emergency Medicine of the Faculty of Medicine, as it is capable of measuring specific ECG markers that are essential for many clinical studies. In this way, the Clinical Center not only improves the quality of care but also strengthens its research and educational role.
The introduction of digital ECG is the first step in the Clinical Center’s comprehensive digitalization strategy. Based on future experience, the system is planned to be extended to additional clinics, so that this innovative solution can support patient recovery and the work of healthcare professionals as widely as possible.
Source: dehir.hu | Photo credit: Debrecen városa (Facebook)
