Patient acceptance of video consultations in cardiology.

ABSTRACT:

Aims

Cardiovascular disease is the leading global cause of mortality. Traditional face-to-face cardiovascular care, while effective, poses challenges such as travel burdens and accessibility issues. Video consultations offer a modern solution, improving access and efficiency while reducing patient strain. This study investigates patient acceptance of video consultations in cardiovascular care using a survey-based approach, assessing key factors influencing their integration into routine practice.

Methods and results

A cross-sectional study including patients attending a cardiological university hospital was conducted. Acceptance of video consultations and its associated factors were assessed using a modified assessment instrument based on the unified theory of acceptance and

SUBMITTER: Lortz J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12629656 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature