Development and usability evaluation of a mHealth application for albinism self-management.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Reduced or absence of melanin poses physical, social, and psychological challenges to individuals with albinism. Mobile health (mHealth) applications have the potential to improve the accessibility of information and services while reducing time and costs. This study aimed to develop and evaluate a mHealth application for self-management of albinism.

Methods

This applied study was conducted in two stages (development and evaluation) in 2022. Initially, the functional requirements were determined, and the conceptual model of the application was then developed using Microsoft Visio 2021. In the second phase, the application was evaluated using the Mobile Application Usability Questionnaire (MAUQ) involving patients with albinism to reflect their views on the usabili

SUBMITTER: Mortezaei S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10262590 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature