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Using telemedicine to support care for people with type 2 diabetes mellitus: a qualitative analysis of patients' perspectives.
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- The influence of telemedicine in primary healthcare on diabetes mellitus control and treatment adherence in Riyadh region.Saudi pharmaceutical journal : SPJ : the official publication of the Saudi Pharmaceutical Society · 2024Article
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- The willingness to continue using wearable devices among the elderly: SEM and FsQCA analysis.BMC medical informatics and decision making · 2023Article
- Use of telemonitoring in patient self-management of chronic disease: a qualitative meta-synthesis.BMC cardiovascular disorders · 2023Review
- Implementation Science Perspectives on Implementing Telemedicine Interventions for Hypertension or Diabetes Management: Scoping Review.Journal of medical Internet research · 2023Article
- Everybody hurts sometimes: perceptions of benefits and barriers in telemedical consultations.Frontiers in public health · 2023Article
- Factors Influencing the Desirability, Acceptability, and Adherence of Patients with Diabetes to Telemedicine.Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania) · 2022Article
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Abstract
objectiveTelemedicine has been promoted as an economical and effective way to enhance patient care, but its acceptance among patients in low-income and middle-income countries is poorly understood. This study is aimed to explore the experiences and perspectives of people with type 2 diabetes mellitus that used telemedicine to manage their condition.
designIn-depth and focus group interviews were conducted with participants who have engaged in telemedicine. Questions included were participants' perception on the programme being used, satisfaction as well as engagement with the telemedicine programme. All interviews and focus groups were audio-recorded and transcribed verbatim. Data were analysed using a thematic approach. PARTICIPANTS AND
settingPeople with type 2 diabetes (n=48) who participated in a randomised controlled study which examined the use of telemedicine for diabetes management were recruited from 11 primary care clinics located within the Klang Valley.
resultsTwelve focus groups and two in-depth interviews were conducted. Four themes emerged from the analysis: (1) generational difference; (2) independence and convenience, (3) sharing of health data and privacy and (4) concerns and challenges. The main obstacles found in patients using the telemedicine systems were related to internet connectivity and difficulties experienced with system interface. Cost was also another significant concern raised by participants. Participants in this study were primarily positive about the benefits of telemedicine, including its ability to provide real-time data and disease monitoring and the reduction in clinic visits.
conclusionDespite the potential benefits of telemedicine in the long-term care of diabetes, there are several perceived barriers that may limit the effectiveness of this technology. As such, collaboration between educators, healthcare providers, telecommunication service providers and patients are required to stimulate the adoption and the use of telemedicine.NCT0246680.
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