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Development of an epilepsy self-management mobile health app framework: Content validity study results
Mohsen Zaied Alzamanan1, Kheng-Seang Lim2, Maizatul Akmar Ismail3
1Department of Information Systems, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Plos One
|June 7, 2024
Summary
A new framework for epilepsy self-management (eSM) mobile apps was developed and validated. Key domains include seizure tracking, medication adherence, treatment management, and healthcare communication for improved eSM.
Area of Science:
- Digital Health
- Epilepsy Management
- Mobile Health Applications
Background:
- Mobile health (mHealth) applications show potential for improving epilepsy self-management (eSM).
- A systematic review identified key domains for eSM within existing mHealth apps.
- A novel mHealth app framework was developed to enhance eSM.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the practicality and usability of a proposed mHealth app framework for epilepsy self-management.
- To evaluate the effectiveness and feasibility of the framework through expert review.
Main Methods:
- Content validity was assessed by an expert panel of epileptologists and pharmacists.
- A quantitative scoring system evaluated the practicality and usability of framework items.
- A qualitative panel discussion explored the framework's aspects.
Main Results:
- The expert panel highly rated 4 domains and 15 items for practicality and usefulness in eSM.
- The framework demonstrated strong potential for enhancing epilepsy self-management.
Conclusions:
- A locally validated framework is beneficial for developing effective eSM mobile apps.
- Seizure Tracking, Medication Adherence, Treatment Management, and Healthcare Communication are critical domains for eSM enhancement.
