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Standardizing Heat-Related Diagnoses for Predictive Modeling in Healthcare

Year: 2025

Type: book-chapter

Abstract: Climate change is increasing acute heat events, intensifying health risks and straining healthcare systems. This study aims to support heat-related diagnoses prediction models for Germany by assigning ICD-10-GM codes to relevant conditions identified from the literature. Using the OHDSI mapping tool and clinical validation, 64 heat-related conditions were coded, enhancing data standardization. This approach facilitates reliable inclusion of diagnoses in association analyses and paves the way for improved resource allocation during heat events.

Source: Studies in health technology and informatics

DOI: 10.3233/shti250156

Authors: Jakob Thiel, Martin Sedlmayr, Elisa Henke

Institutions: University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Technische Universität Dresden

Language: English

Topic: Climate Change and Health Impacts

Subfield: Health, Toxicology and Mutagenesis

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4409773111