Using REDCap (Research Electronic Data Capture) as a tool to perform research studies Abstract ID no. IRIA-1076

Introduction to Redcap and overview Data collection forms and analysis How to start Resources Advantages Purpose of this poster

What is Redcap? Electronic data capture solution for a research database Developed by Vanderbilt university (2004) Browser based, user friendly, widely used Free for institutions Secure data collection and storage Research teams supported by internal tech staff Small standard infrastructure requirements

Starting a new project is easy

‘Development’ mode Project starts in this mode Set up the data collection forms Dummy data can be entered to test the forms ‘Production’ mode Real data is entered The forms can still be edited

Web based, real time entry of each measurement For a survey, can invite specific people via or provide a public link Set up case report forms for data collection Each data collection form

S Setting up different variables in a data collection form. Can know if a variable is an identifier.

Different type of fields, for different types of data. Can set up pre-calculated fields

Can set up branching logic. Fields can be revealed for the appropriate response Is this a female? If yes, has she given birth earlier? If yes, how many times?

Can organise events and appointments using the built-in calendar

The same form can be used for multiple events

Can know if some data is missing Look for gaps or inconsistencies

Data can be seen as different types of graphs For multiple choice questions For quantitative values

Data export Data can be exported to most common data analysis software Customised short queries can be done

Data safety Data is stored regularly on a secure server Disaster safety recovery available Backups and transmission are encrypted Regular system security updates De-identified data sets Audit trails of data changes, views & exports HIPAA compliant

Research team Different members - different levels of access

Different users - Different types of access - Can be located at different sites

Advantages Free for institutions who are Redcap consortium partners Web based, secure Can set up data collection quickly Multi-site access Blinded double data entry is possible Can import data Can export data for statistical analysis

How to get started: Learn using tutorials Minimal training Online tutorials Request access & create a project Define the data variables and properties Review content, team members, functionality Start production mode to collect data

Flowchart on how to create a project on Redcap CREATE Name and type of project DESIGN Data collection forms ‘DEVELOPMENT’ MODE Test Data collection forms Practise with dummy data ‘PRODUCTION’ MODE Collect actual data Add users and set user rights DATA Check for consistencies Simple graphs to show data Export for detailed analysis Revise the forms

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