Patient Attitudes Toward Telemedicine for Diabetic Retinopathy.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is the leading cause of new-onset blindness in adults. Telemedicine is a validated, cost-effective method to improve monitoring. However, little is known of patients' attitudes toward telemedicine for DR. Our study explores factors that influence patients' attitudes toward participating in telemedicine.

Materials and methods

Ninety seven participants in a university and the Veterans Administration setting completed a survey. Only people with diabetes mellitus (DM) were included. The main outcome was willingness to participate in telemedicine. The other outcomes were perceived convenience and impact on the patient-physician relationship. Participants reported demographic information, comorbidities, and access to healthcare. Analysis was

SUBMITTER: Valikodath NG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5359684 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature