It is true, that the data entry in the patient record is a combination of structured and unstructured data. The structured data is standardized, pre-defined, computer-readable and easy to access from a database. Examples for structured data are name, dates, identification numbers, some other codes...
Unstructured data on the other hand is the information than can not be written and understood only with numbers. Human touch is needed in order these data to be presented and understand. Examples are: audio voice dictations, email messages and attachments.
