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Evaluation of a novel virtual care platform for remote monitoring of LVAD patients.
- Source :
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Journal of Heart & Lung Transplantation . May2022, Vol. 41 Issue 5, p558-562. 5p. - Publication Year :
- 2022
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Abstract
- The aim of this study was to evaluate a novel virtual care platform created for use in Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) patients. The platform included a daily log of LVAD parameters and medication adherence, two-way messaging with providers, and educational resources. To test the feasibility of this application, we recruited 25 patients between 2017 and 2019 and followed them for 6 months post discharge. Feedback concerning the platform was very positive with an average score of 4.5 ± 0.6 (out of 5) on usability and/or satisfaction and 8.1 ± 1.8 (out of 10) on likelihood to recommend the platform. In addition, our platform was well utilized with median (IQR) engagement rates of 87 (53,100)% at 30 days and 73 (49,95)% overall. We found that patients using the platform attended significantly less outpatient visits at the 6 month mark, however there was no difference in 30-day readmission rates compared to the overall LVAD cohort. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- *PATIENT monitoring
*HEART assist devices
*PATIENT compliance
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 10532498
- Volume :
- 41
- Issue :
- 5
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Heart & Lung Transplantation
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 156473859
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.healun.2022.02.005