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Published in: Current Pulmonology Reports 3/2017

01-09-2017 | Sleeping and Breathing (T Lee-Chiong, Section Editor)

Monitoring Progress and Adherence with PAP Therapy for OSA: the Roles of Telemedicine and Mobile Health Applications

Authors: Dennis Hwang, Tanya Doctorian

Published in: Current Pulmonology Reports | Issue 3/2017

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Abstract

Purpose of Review

Given the challenge of optimizing continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy adherence in patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), this paper discusses implementation of telemedicine-based mechanisms and other health-related technologies in order to develop a comprehensive and cost-effective solution for OSA management.

Recent Findings

Technology is changing every aspect of health care by empowering patients while changing the approach of providers and the health system of delivering care. Key elements include the use of electronic messaging, remote monitoring, automated care mechanisms, and patient self-management platforms. Follow-up care mechanisms involving automated remote monitoring and direct patient messaging have been proven to improve therapy adherence. Additional sleep-related telemedicine platforms that can be practically adopted include the use of web-based educational programs, patient applications that promote self-management, and peer-based patient-driven platforms.

Summary

This paper discusses sleep-related telemedicine mechanisms that can be used to improve CPAP adherence and discusses emerging trends within the health information technology ecosystem, including electronic health record integration and their potential impact on OSA and clinical outcomes.
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Metadata
Title
Monitoring Progress and Adherence with PAP Therapy for OSA: the Roles of Telemedicine and Mobile Health Applications
Authors
Dennis Hwang
Tanya Doctorian
Publication date
01-09-2017
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
Current Pulmonology Reports / Issue 3/2017
Electronic ISSN: 2199-2428
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s13665-017-0187-7

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