A Novel Smartphone App for Self-Monitoring of Neonatal Jaundice Among Postpartum Mothers: Qualitative Research Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Neonatal jaundice (NNJ) or hyperbilirubinemia is a ubiquitous condition in newborn infants. Currently, the transcutaneous bilirubinometer is used to screen for NNJ in health care facilities, where neonates need to be physically present (ie, a centralized model of care for NNJ screening). Mobile health (mHealth) apps present a low-cost, home-based, and noninvasive system that could facilitate self-monitoring of NNJ and could allow mothers the convenience of screening for NNJ remotely. However, end users' acceptability of such mHealth apps is of fundamental importance before the incorporation of such apps into clinical practice.

Objective

The study aimed to explore the perception of postpartum mothers toward self-monitoring of NNJ using a novel mHealth app.

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SUBMITTER: Moosa AS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10766163 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature