Telemedicine demonstration projects in the Western Pacific.

abstract：:We evaluated an accident and emergency teleconsultation service provided to 14 community hospitals in north-east Scotland. Each community hospital was equipped with a videoconferencing system and a document camera to allow transmission of radiographs. The network used 384 kbit/s ISDN connections. A total of 1392 telec...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Brebner EM,Brebner JA,Ruddick-Bracken H,Wootton R,Ferguson J,Palombo A,Pedley D,Rowlands A,Fraser S

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We piloted a videoconferencing continuing medical education programme for rural physicians in Alberta and compared its feasibility, acceptability and cost implications with currently existing telephone conferencing and regional conference programmes. Videoconferencing clearly had advantages over telephone conferencing...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Davis P,McCracken P

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction Following (chemo)radiotherapy (C/RT) for head and neck cancer (HNC), patients return to hospital for regular outpatient reviews with speech pathology (SP) and nutrition and dietetics (ND) for acute symptom monitoring, nutritional management, and swallowing and communication rehabilitation. The aim of the ...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Collins A,Burns CL,Ward EC,Comans T,Blake C,Kenny L,Greenup P,Best D

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We collected data about telephone triage calls concerning children in Sweden. A sample of 110 paediatric calls were recorded. The transcribed data were analysed regarding word count, reasons for calling, results of calls, ages and gender of children, and gender of parents. The median call length was 4.4 min and the me...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Kaminsky E,Carlsson M,Höglund AT,Holmström I

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We performed two cycles of laboratory-based usability testing of three food registration prototypes for people with diabetes. The design concepts were a commercial web application, various smartphones and a mobile phone photo blogging approach. Six adults with Type 1 diabetes and three adults with Type 2 diabetes part...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Arsand E,Tufano JT,Ralston JD,Hjortdahl P

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The prevention of falls in the elderly could be based on risk assessment and the prediction of when an individual is likely to sustain an injury. A telecare system should allow the dynamic assessment of risk to be produced by a control centre computer, based on data transmitted from local sensors in the elderly person...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Doughty K,Cameron K

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We conducted a randomized controlled multicentre trial to investigate the feasibility of a telerehabilitation intervention for arm/hand function (the Home Care Activity Desk [HCAD] training) in a home setting. Usual care was compared to HCAD training. The hypothesis was that the clinical outcomes of the HCAD intervent...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Huijgen BC,Vollenbroek-Hutten MM,Zampolini M,Opisso E,Bernabeu M,Van Nieuwenhoven J,Ilsbroukx S,Magni R,Giacomozzi C,Marcellari V,Marchese SS,Hermens HJ

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Three different, well established systems for e-referral were examined. They ranged from a system in a single country handling a large number of cases (60,000 per year) to a global system covering many countries which handled fewer cases (150 per year). Nonetheless, there appeared to be a number of common features. Wh...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Wootton R,Harno K,Reponen J

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We tested three imaging devices for suitability in emergency dental situations for telemedicine. The three devices were a special-purpose oral camera, a digital single lens reflex (DSLR) camera, and the built-in camera of a mobile phone. A total of 20 subjects volunteered to take part in the study. We simulated five d...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Park W,Kim DK,Kim JC,Kim KD,Yoo SK

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In France, a specially-designed care plan for the elderly is generally based on an interdisciplinary, complex and time-consuming process. The health system assigns care throughout the social and health care services using multiple providers and sites. OBJECTIVE:The free website www.jesuisautonome.fr offers ...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Koskas P,Scemama E,Wolfowicz B

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We evaluated user satisfaction with realtime telemedicine for monitoring vital signs. Over eight weeks, 20 patients and 12 residents in family medicine participated in the study. At the end of the study, the patients and doctors completed a questionnaire detailing satisfaction with the service. Responses were obtained...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Bratton RL

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:eHealth emerged as an interdisciplinary research area about 70 years ago. This study employs probabilistic techniques to semantically analyse scientific literature related to the field of eHealth in order to identify topics and trends and discuss their comparative evolution. METHODS:Authors collected titl...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Drosatos G,Kaldoudi E

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We compared the costs and cost-effectiveness of telemonitoring vs usual care for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). A total of 256 patients were randomised to either telemonitoring or usual care. In the telemonitoring arm, the touch-screen telemonitoring equipment transmitted data to clinical ...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Stoddart A,van der Pol M,Pinnock H,Hanley J,McCloughan L,Todd A,Krishan A,McKinstry B

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We investigated the accuracy and reliability of observational kinematic gait assessments performed via a low-bandwidth Internet link (18 kbit/s) and a higher-speed Internet link (128 kbit/s). Twenty-four subjects were randomized to either bandwidth group. Gait was assessed with the Gait Assessment Rating Scale (GARS) ...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Russell TG,Jull GA,Wootton R

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction The aim of this study was to improve the quality of diabetes control and evaluate the efficacy of an Internet-based integrated healthcare system for diabetes management and safety. Methods We conducted a large-scale, multi-centre, randomized clinical trial involving 484 patients. Patients in the intervent...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Cho JH,Kim HS,Yoo SH,Jung CH,Lee WJ,Park CY,Yang HK,Park JY,Park SW,Yoon KH

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We conducted a retrospective chart review to estimate the extent to which palliative home care visits could be carried out using videophones and to explore factors that might inform the eligibility criteria for video-visits. Four hundred palliative home care health records of deceased clients from 2002 were randomly s...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Hebert MA,Paquin MJ,Whitten L,Cai P

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In July 2009 we implemented a 3-year store-and-forward teledermatology project to provide dermatology care to veterans living in rural and underserved areas of the US Pacific Northwest. We also developed a follow-up protocol and tracking system. Information about all completed teledermatology consultations was entered...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Eastman KL,Lutton MC,Raugi GJ,Sakamoto MR,McDowell JA,McFarland LV,Reiber GE

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tele-education has been used for many years to deliver continuing education programmes to rural health-care professionals. The main modes are audio, video and computer. Audio technologies involve the transmission of the spoken word (voice) between learners and instructors, either synchronously or asynchronously. Examp...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Curran VR

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We investigated stereoscopic imaging for gross examination in telepathology. A conventional macroscopic station was equipped with two cameras mounted 6.5 cm apart and images were produced of 30 different routine pathology specimens. Still images were displayed on a three-dimensional auto-stereoscopic display with a le...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Hutarew G,Moser K,Dietze O

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction Access to specialised multidisciplinary healthcare services is difficult for many patients with chronic musculoskeletal conditions. A possible solution could be delivery of care via telehealth. This study aims to identify current barriers in accessing healthcare services, and to determine if telehealth is...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Cottrell MA,Hill AJ,O'Leary SP,Raymer ME,Russell TG

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We evaluated the effect of a video-phone network on peer support among frail elderly people living at home. We conducted a one-year trial of network formation among 14 people (five men and nine women, age range 78-85 years) through coordinator intervention and the use of ISDN video-phones. The purpose of the intervent...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Ezumi H,Ochiai N,Oda M,Saito S,Ago M,Fukuma N,Takenami S

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:We report a novel pilot project that allows access to healthcare for children and staff at school via a mobile clinic or telemedicine portal connected to the mobile clinic. The objectives of this pilot project were (a) to perform physicals for children not attached to a primary care physician; (b) to provide medic...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Nelson R,Bhattacharya SD,Hart S

更新日期：2020-05-11 00:00:00

abstract：:We studied the patient experience of a telephone booster intervention, i.e. weekly reinforcement of the clinic advice regarding lifestyle modification advice to support weight loss. Forty six adults with Type 2 diabetes and a body mass index >28 kg/m(2) were randomised into either intervention (n = 25) or control (n =...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Wu L,Forbes A,While A

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction Knee osteoarthritis is a major cause of disability among the middle to senior age groups. Despite being effective, office-based physical therapy (OBPT) needs professional human resources and is both costly and time-consuming. We aimed to compare the efficacy of tele-rehabilitation (tele-rehab) compared wi...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Azma K,RezaSoltani Z,Rezaeimoghaddam F,Dadarkhah A,Mohsenolhosseini S

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A distance continuing medical education programme was established at the Katholieke Universiteit Leuven in Belgium using multipoint videoconferencing via ISDN lines at 384 kbit/s. The sessions, held in the evening, comprised oral presentations followed by interactive questions and answers, and concluded with a multi-s...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Himpens B

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background Access to dental care is important for overall health, but can remain problematic for those in rural or isolated locations. It can be difficult to encourage clinicians to choose or continue a rural health career. Teledentistry is showing some promise as a strategy to support rural, isolated and new health c...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Irving M,Stewart R,Spallek H,Blinkhorn A

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction We have conducted a feasibility study on remote autopsy services in order to increase the flexibility of the service with benefits for teaching and interdepartmental collaboration. Methods Three senior staff pathologists, one senior autopsy technician and one junior resident participated in the study. Nin...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Vodovnik A,Aghdam MRF,Espedal DG

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The World Health Assembly has acknowledged that telehealth could play an important role in providing access to health care for populations at risk worldwide. The Cambodia Teleconsultation Programme or Village Leap Programme connects those in need of health care, with those willing to share their medical expertise. Tel...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Lugn NE

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The teleambulance aims to facilitate adequate medical treatment by initiating and guaranteeing maximum preparation and immediate hospital handling of the patient either at the scene of an incident or during transportation. Following the problem definition and the identification of the medical fields the technology can...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Adeyinka M

更新日期：1996-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We evaluated an epilepsy education programme based on text messaging (SMS). Epilepsy outpatients from three hospitals in Malaysia were randomised into two groups: intervention and control. Patients in the control group were supplied with printed epilepsy educational material while those in the intervention group also ...

journal_title：Journal of telemedicine and telecare

authors： Lua PL,Neni WS

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00