Liu, Charles C HCharles C HLiuChang, Chia-HuangChia-HuangChangSu, Mu-ChunMu-ChunSuChu, Hsueh-TingHsueh-TingChuHung, Sheng-HuiSheng-HuiHungJAU-MIN WONGWang, Pa-ChunPa-ChunWang2025-05-092025-05-092011-12https://scholars.lib.ntu.edu.tw/handle/123456789/729207Objective: To control the workflow for surgical patients, we in-cooperate radio-frequency identification (RFID) technology to develop a Patient Advancement Monitoring System (PAMS) in operation theater. Methods: The web-based PAMS is designed to monitor the whole workflow for the handling of surgical patients. The system integrates multiple data entry ports Across the multi-functional surgical teams. Data are entered into the system through RFID, bar code, palm digital assistance (PDA), ultra-mobile personal computer (UMPC), or traditional keyboard at designated checkpoints. Active radio-frequency identification (RFID) tag can initiate data demonstration on the computer screens upon a patient's arrival at any particular checkpoint along the advancement pathway. Results: The PAMS can manage the progress of operations, patient localization, identity verification, and peri-operative care. The workflow monitoring provides caregivers' instant information sharing to enhance management efficiency. Conclusion: RFID-initiate surgical workflow control is valuable to meet the safety, quality, efficiency requirements in operation theater.enjournal article10.1016/j.cmpb.2010.08.01720926155