Retrospective Record

A retrospective record is a document or data collection created by reviewing and analyzing past information or events. It involves looking back at previously recorded patient details, research data, or business transactions to understand outcomes, identify trends, or improve future decisions. In healthcare, for example, a retrospective record may include a patient’s medical history gathered after treatment to evaluate what happened and inform future care. Essentially, it’s a backward-looking compilation that helps organizations or professionals learn from past experiences without new data collection during the process.