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Self-Management of Diabetes Mellitus with Remote Monitoring: A Retrospective Review of 214 Cases

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  • Hayat Mushcab

    (Ulster University, Newtownabbey, UK)

  • William George Kernohan

    (Ulster University, Newtownabbey, UK)

  • Jonathan Wallace

    (Ulster University, Newtownabbey, UK)

  • Roy Harper

    (Ulster Hospital, Belfast, UK)

  • Suzanne Martin

    (Ulster University, Newtownabbey, UK)

Abstract

Purpose: The efficacy of one remote monitoring system was reviewed in order to explore if optimal self-management of diabetes was achieved. Methods: Medical records of 214 patients with diabetes were reviewed from seven diabetes clinics within a single Health & Social Care trust using a remote monitoring solution to help patients self-manage their condition. Data on HbA1c, blood glucose, blood pressure and body mass index were obtained from the patient's medical record, before and after using the remote monitoring solution. Results: The average age of users was 61 years: 60% of the sample were male. The average time living with diabetes was 14 years; the mean duration with remote telemonitoring was 147 days. A greater reduction in HbA1c was seen with female users compared to males 2.37% and 0.87%, respectively. Conclusion: Remote telemonitoring provided the opportunity to collect comprehensive data, allowing patients to be maintained at home, while showing significant improvement in their HbA1c and better overall management of their diabetes

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  • Hayat Mushcab & William George Kernohan & Jonathan Wallace & Roy Harper & Suzanne Martin, 2017. "Self-Management of Diabetes Mellitus with Remote Monitoring: A Retrospective Review of 214 Cases," International Journal of E-Health and Medical Communications (IJEHMC), IGI Global, vol. 8(1), pages 52-61, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:igg:jehmc0:v:8:y:2017:i:1:p:52-61
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