Review and Evaluation of mHealth Apps in Solid Organ Transplantation: Past, Present, and Future. Issue 3 (21st February 2022)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Fleming, James N.; Pollock, McLean D.; Taber, David J.; McGillicuddy, John W.; Diamantidis, Clarissa J.; Docherty, Sharron L.; Chambers, Eileen T.
• Is Part Of: Transplantation direct. Volume 8:Issue 3(2022)
• Page Start: e1298
• Publication Date: 2022-02-21
• Subjects: Transplantation of organs, tissues, etc -- Periodicals; Transplantation -- Periodicals; 362.19795
• DOI: 10.1097/TXD.0000000000001298
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2373-8731

Abstract

Abstract : Background: With the rapid and widespread expansion of smartphone availability and usage, mobile health (mHealth) has become a viable multipurpose treatment medium for the US healthcare system. Methods: The purpose of this review is to identify posttransplant mHealth applications that support patient self-management or a patient–provider relationship and aim to improve clinical outcomes. The interventions were then analyzed and evaluated to identify current gaps and future needs of mHealth apps in solid organ transplantation. Results: The authors found a nearly universal dichotomy between perceived utility and sustained use, with most studies demonstrating significant attrition during the course of the intervention. In addition, interoperability continues to be a challenge. Conclusions: The authors present potential methods for mitigating the identified barriers and gaps in mHealth apps for solid organ transplant recipients.