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Patient Perspectives on Home Tonometer Usage for Glaucoma.
Pariyamon Thaprawat1, Sarah P Dugan1,2, Amy D Zhang1
1Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, W. K. Kellogg Eye Center, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, MI, USA.
Clinical Ophthalmology (Auckland, N.Z.)
|January 27, 2025
Summary
Patients found the iCare HOME tonometer easy to use for monitoring intraocular pressure at home. Proficiency was achieved quickly, with most patients eager to use the device for glaucoma management.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Medical Devices
- Patient Experience
Background:
- Glaucoma management requires regular intraocular pressure (IOP) monitoring.
- Home-based tonometry offers a potential solution for frequent IOP measurements.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate patient experiences with the iCare HOME tonometer.
- Assess ease of use, usage patterns, and proficiency with the device.
- Gather patient feedback on home tonometry.
Main Methods:
- Prospective survey-based cohort study.
- 19 patients with glaucoma or glaucoma suspect diagnoses.
- One-week loan of iCare HOME tonometer with daily multiple measurements and participant journaling/surveys.
Main Results:
- Patients measured IOP ≥4 times/day/eye.
- 75% found the tonometer moderately or very easy to use.
- 94% comfortable using the device, 88% used it independently.
- Proficiency typically achieved by day 3.
Conclusions:
- The iCare HOME tonometer is user-friendly and comfortable for most patients.
- Rapid proficiency attainment supports home-based IOP monitoring.
- Patient feedback is crucial for identifying and addressing usage challenges.
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