Clinical Pathways and Reference

Clinical Pathways and Reference products provide evidence-based, structured guidanceto manage specific diseases or conditions, with a focus on standardizing careand improving outcomes. While these products typically guide treatment after a diagnosis has been established, some may offer reference-based diagnostic toolsfor generating differential diagnoses. These tools allow physicians to input symptoms or clinical data and retrieve recommendations based on protocols or decision trees. However, unlike CDS, they are less integrated into real-time workflowsand require the clinician to actively interact with the platform to extract insights. Pathways products are typically integrated into EHRs to ensure clinicians follow the recommended steps and monitor adherence to treatment protocols.

Typical Capabilities of Clinical Pathways Products:

• Evidence-Based Guidelines:Provide regularly updated protocols aligned with clinical research.• Condition-Specific Pathways:Include predefined pathways for managing diseases such as cancer or chronic illnesses.• Personalization:Tailor pathways based on individual patient demographics, comorbidities, and history.• Diagnostic Reference Tools:Offer decision trees or protocol-based support for exploring differential diagnoses.• EHR Integration:Ensure clinicians can access pathways directly within their workflow.• Real-Time Decision Support:Provide actionable recommendations during patient encounters.• Compliance Tracking:Generate reports to monitor adherence to guidelines and regulatory standards.