Acute Postoperative Pulmonary Embolism Detected at Home by a Patient's Personal Activity Monitor: A Case Report. Issue 2 (April 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Drynan, David; Leroux, Timothy S.; Zywiel, Michael G.
• Is Part Of: JBJS case connector. Volume 11:Issue 2(2021)
• Publication Date: 2021-04
• Subjects: smart technology -- pulmonary embolism -- tibial plateau fracture; Orthopedic surgery -- Case studies -- Periodicals; Orthopedic surgery -- Periodicals; Orthopedics; Orthopedic Procedures; Orthopedic surgery; Periodicals; Electronic journals; Case studies; Periodicals; 616.7
• DOI: 10.2106/JBJS.CC.20.00841
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2160-3251

Abstract

Abstract : Case: The increase in smart technology and integration into health care is inevitable. We present a case of a smart wristwatch prompting a patient readmission to the emergency department for postoperative pulmonary embolism investigation and management. This prompted the assessment for community-based smart technology use and integration to the postoperative monitoring and the associated issues. Conclusion: Community-based smart technology is here to stay and is developing at a staggering rate, specifically with the cross-over to health monitoring. Constant patient monitoring and alerts are advantages, with smart technology and medical attention in this case. Surrounding issues of the technology must be considered with implementation.