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WITHDRAWN: Telemedicine Alert System Trial for High-Risk Post-Surgical Patients — Lessons for Australian Perioperative Care

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18 May 2026

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The ODIN-Report trial investigating machine learning alerts for high-risk post-surgical patients has been withdrawn, but offers valuable insights for Australian perioperative care development. The study aimed to reduce unplanned ICU admissions through predictive risk notifications.

Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov

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