NJR data set
The set of data fields collected by the NJR is known as the Minimum Dataset (MDS). The majority of MDS data fields relate to the patient's operation details and are collected in the operating theatre.
An important subset of data fields in the MDS are the patient’s personal details (surname, forename, date of birth, home postcode and NHS number). Patients must give their consent for this data to be recorded on the NJR.
The MDS is periodically reviewed to ensure that it takes account of clinical developments and continues to meet the aims of the NJR. The Data Entry System (the electronic system for collection and transfer of data) and the MDS proformas (paper forms for recording NJR data prior to electronic submission) are revised in line with approved modifications to the dataset. NJR users are notified of any changes that impact on data entry.
MDS versions and release dates
| Current version |
Release date |
| 3 |
November 2007 |
| Previous versions |
Release dates |
| 2.2 |
December 2005 |
| 2.1 |
September 2004 |
| 2 |
April 2004 |
| 1 |
April 2003 |