Telehealthcare for patients with COPD

Patients with COPD often utilize healthcare services across various sectors. Additionally, they frequently face challenges in recognizing the early signs of exacerbations, leading to delays in initiating timely treatment. Consequently, this results in undesirable setbacks, culminating in hospital admissions. Individuals with COPD thus significantly contribute to the overall burden on healthcare services.

The implementation of home monitoring technology aims to enhance the quality and flexibility of treatment, bolster patient safety, promote patient empowerment, and elevate health-related quality of life.

Through the monitoring of vital signs such as heart rate, weight and blood oxygen saturation at home, patients can reduce the need for hospital visits and commence preventive treatment earlier. This not only benefits the patients by reducing the burden of transportation but also alleviates strain on hospital resources, stemming from a decline in readmissions and unnecessary outpatient visits.