Clinical Outcomes of Home Telemonitoring in Severe COPD

Abstract

Introduction: Aim of this study was to sum up clinical evidence about telemedicine programs in severe COPD patients. Methodology: We conducted a clinical review about telemedicine programs in severe COPD patients. Our search strategy was based in selected all clinical trials published since 2000 about this topic. Results: Finally, we include 13 articles. In telemedicine group the number of Accident and Emergency Department visits and number of hospitalizations were lower than usual care group. Conclusions: Home telemonitoring appears to have a positive effect in reducing respiratory exacerbations and hospitalizations and improving quality of life.