A scoping review of digital technology applications in palliative care.

ABSTRACT:

Background

In the current era of rapid technological development, digital technology is progressively transforming the medical field. In palliative care, its integration is an inevitable trend, offering new possibilities for improving care delivery and patient outcomes.

Objective

This study aimed to review the application of digital technologies in palliative care, focusing on their advantages, challenges, and measurable impacts across diverse care settings.

Methods

A scoping review was conducted, evaluating studies published between January 1, 2000, and August 1, 2024. Searches were performed across PubMed, CINAHL, Web of Science, Scopus, and the Cochrane Library. Original studies assessing digital interventions within palliative care settings were included. Data ext

SUBMITTER: Tan Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11662828 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature