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Telemonitoring in Respiratory Diseases: Current Evidence, Clinical Experience, and Future Challenges.
Daniel López-Padilla1, Vitalii Poberezhets2, Nicolas Roche3
1Respiratory Department, Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Marañón, 28007 Madrid, Spain; Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Avenida Complutense, 28040 Madrid, Spain.
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|January 31, 2026
Summary
Telemonitoring enhances respiratory care by enabling early detection and personalized interventions for conditions like COPD. While beneficial, challenges in access and integration remain for widespread adoption.
Area of Science:
- Respiratory Medicine
- Digital Health
- Health Services Research
Background:
- Telemonitoring is increasingly used in respiratory care.
- Technological advancements like AI and wearables are transforming patient management.
- The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated telemonitoring adoption.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current evidence on telemonitoring in major respiratory diseases.
- To identify benefits, challenges, and future directions for telemonitoring implementation.
- To assess the role of telemonitoring in optimizing healthcare resources.
Main Methods:
- Narrative review of existing evidence and clinical experience.
- Analysis of telemonitoring applications across various respiratory conditions and care settings.
- Examination of AI, connectivity, and wearable device integration.
Main Results:
- Strong evidence supports telemonitoring for COPD, reducing exacerbations and hospitalizations.
- Results for asthma and interstitial lung diseases are more varied.
- Telemonitoring systems utilize AI for data analysis and intervention.
Conclusions:
- Telemonitoring shows significant potential in respiratory patient management, especially for COPD.
- Key challenges include patient engagement, digital equity, data privacy, and integration into standard care.
- Future implementation requires addressing technical, ethical, and organizational barriers for equitable access and cost-effectiveness.
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