Systematic review of communication technologies to promote access and engagement of young people with diabetes into healthcare.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Research has investigated whether communication technologies (e.g. mobile telephony, forums, email) can be used to transfer digital information between healthcare professionals and young people who live with diabetes. The systematic review evaluates the effectiveness and impact of these technologies on communication.

Methods

Nine electronic databases were searched. Technologies were described and a narrative synthesis of all studies was undertaken.

Results

Of 20,925 publications identified, 19 met the inclusion criteria, with 18 technologies assessed. Five categories of communication technologies were identified: video-and tele-conferencing (n = 2); mobile telephony (n = 3); telephone support (n = 3); novel electronic communication devices for transferring

SUBMITTER: Sutcliffe P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3024230 | biostudies-literature | 2011 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature