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Postoperative innovative technology for ambulatory anesthesia and surgery
Marc Coppens1, Els Van Caelenberg2, Melissa De Regge3
1Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Department of Basic and Applied Medical Sciences, Ghent University.
Current Opinion in Anaesthesiology
|July 16, 2021
Summary
Telehealth offers opportunities for ambulatory surgery recovery monitoring and follow-up. More research is needed to demonstrate benefits and encourage patient and provider engagement in these digital health tools.
Area of Science:
- Anesthesiology
- Digital Health
- Surgical Recovery
Background:
- Postoperative follow-up is vital for ambulatory surgery patients.
- Pain and nausea remain common adverse events post-surgery.
- Telehealth applications are rapidly emerging for patient care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the impact of telehealth in ambulatory anesthesia and surgery.
- To explore telehealth applications during early, intermediate, and late recovery phases.
- To assess telehealth's role in postoperative check-ups.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of current telehealth applications in ambulatory surgery.
- Analysis of mHealth apps and digital patient platforms.
- Examination of patient and healthcare provider engagement.
Main Results:
- Telehealth is applicable across all recovery phases.
- Diverse telehealth tools, from apps to platforms, are available.
- Patient and provider engagement and usability are key challenges.
- Evidence for telehealth benefits in ambulatory surgery is limited.
Conclusions:
- Telehealth presents significant opportunities for postoperative ambulatory surgery care.
- Further research is required to establish clear benefits and safety.
- Policy changes for reimbursement and increased engagement are crucial for widespread adoption.
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