Conventional vs. tablet computer-based patient education following lung transplantation--a randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Accurate immunosuppression is of critical importance in preventing rejection, while avoiding toxicity following lung transplantation. The mainstay immunosuppressants are calcineurin inhibitors, which require regular monitoring due to interactions with other medications and diet. Adherence to immunosuppression and patient knowledge is vital and can be improved through patient education. Education using tablet-computers was investigated.

Objective

To compare tablet-PC education and conventional education in improving immunosuppression trough levels in target range 6 months after a single education. Secondary parameters were ratio of immunosuppression level measurements divided by per protocol recommended measurements, time and patient satisfaction regarding educatio

SUBMITTER: Suhling H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3946627 | biostudies-literature | 2014

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature