Diabetes Self-management Apps: Systematic Review of Adoption Determinants and Future Research Agenda.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Most diabetes management involves self-management. Effective self-management of the condition improves diabetes control, reduces the risk of complications, and improves patient outcomes. Mobile apps for diabetes self-management (DSM) can enhance patients' self-management activities. However, they are only effective if clinicians recommend them, and patients use them.

Objective

This study aimed to explore the determinants of DSM apps' use by patients and their recommendations by health care professionals (HCPs). It also outlines the future research agenda for using DSM apps in diabetes care.

Methods

We systematically reviewed the factors affecting the adoption of DSM apps by both patients and HCPs. Searches were performed using PubMed, Scopus, CINAHL, Cochra

SUBMITTER: Alaslawi H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9377471 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature