Application of mobile health applications in colorectal cancer patients: a scoping review
10.3760/cma.j.cn115682-20240226-00959
- VernacularTitle:移动健康应用程序在结直肠癌患者中应用的范围综述
- Author:
Bei PEI
1
;
Yuanyuan LI
;
Lin CHENG
;
Meirong HONG
;
Wanying WU
;
Yan LOU
Author Information
1. 杭州师范大学护理学院，杭州 311121
- Keywords:
Review;
Colorectal neoplasms;
Mobile health;
Nursing care
- From:
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing
2024;30(33):4603-4610
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Objective:To conduct a scoping review of the application of mobile health applications (MHA) in the care of patients with colorectal cancer, summarizing the development process, the functions achieved, as well as the evaluation metrics, to provide references for MHA practice and related research.Methods:Following the scoping review framework, a comprehensive search was conducted across both domestic and international databases, including the China Biomedical Literature Database, Wanfang Database, China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), VIP Database, Cochrane Library, PubMed, Embase, CINAHL, Web of Science, and Scopus. The search period was from the database inception to February, 2024.Results:A total of 16 studies were included. The development of MHA involved multiple methods including literature reviews, qualitative interviews, consultations with multidisciplinary teams, and guidance from theoretical models. The functions of MHA include health education, peer support, guided feedback, monitoring, and reminder features. Evaluation metrics for MHA comprise usability, adherence, and effectiveness.Conclusions:MHA has demonstrated positive effects in enhancing patients' knowledge and alleviating symptoms such as fatigue and vomiting in colorectal cancer patients. However, it is still in its early stages, and further high-quality studies are needed to scientifically develop MHA that meets patients' needs.
