Digitally Transforming Sepsis Management in NHS Hospitals

This white paper discusses the clinical and economic implications of implementing the Orbis Electronic Patient Record (EPR) system for sepsis management in NHS hospitals. It outlines the significant burden sepsis places on healthcare systems, including high mortality rates and costs associated with ICU admissions. The paper details how early identification and standardized interventions can mitigate these issues, emphasizing the role of various Orbis modules such as clinalytix Medical AI, Info4U, CPOE, and Speech in enhancing patient care. By integrating these technologies, the Orbis EPR aims to improve guideline adherence, reduce the progression to septic shock, and generate measurable cost savings. The document also presents a financial impact hypothesis, estimating substantial savings through reduced ICU admissions and improved patient outcomes, ultimately suggesting a potential annual net gain for NHS Trusts. The paper emphasizes the importance of timely sepsis recognition and adherence to established protocols to enhance patient care and reduce healthcare costs.