Practical considerations of remote care in thoracic aortopathy in India

Grewal, N.; Idhrees, M.; Velayudhan, B.; Klautz, R.J.M.; Grewal, S. (2024)

Article / Letter to editor

Abstract: Background: Thoracic aortopathy includes conditions like aortic aneurysms and dissections, posing significant management challenges. In India, care delivery is complicated by geographic vastness, financial constraints, and healthcare resource disparities. Telemedicine and digital health technologies offer promising solutions. Methods: A comprehensive review of literature and clinical experiences was conducted to explore the implementation of remote care strategies for thoracic aortopathy in India. The review included studies from 2000 to 2023 and insights from cardiothoracic specialists. Results: Remote care benefits include improved access to specialized expertise, enhanced patient engagement, and optimized resource utilization. Telemedicine enables consultations without travel, and remote monitoring facilitates early intervention. However, challenges like technology integration, digital literacy, patient engagement, privacy concerns, and regulatory compliance need addressing. Discussion: Telemedicine offers significant advantages but requires overcoming challenges to ensure effective, secure care. Careful planning for technology integration, patient education, robust privacy measures, and supportive regulatory policies are essential. Addressing these issues can bridge the healthcare access gap and improve outcomes in India’s diverse landscape.

• thoracic aortopathy
• remote care
• telemedicine
• digital health
• patient engagement
• technology integration
• lifestyle

• All authors: Grewal, N.; Idhrees, M.; Velayudhan, B.; Klautz, R.J.M.; Grewal, S.
• Date: 2024-06-30
• Journal: Journal of Clinical Medicine
• Volume: 13
• Issue: 11
• DOI: doi:10.3390/jcm13113327