[1st experiences with a cytological data collection system based of EDP].
On the basis of the experience which was gained with the use of EDP in the documentation of patient data a compatible system for request, processing and documentation for cytological examinations was developed. It was introduced into routine work in July 1976. Since then there as been an increase in the efficiency of the cytological examinations by abolishing manual recording. Further on, this has lead to better possibilities for scientific evaluation. The system is user-oriented as far as the request for examinations and the establishment of diagnoses are concerned by automatically produced reports. The application of this project by others is possible.