Acceptability of home monitoring for neovascular age-related macular degeneration reactivation: a qualitative study

Sean O'Connor, Charlene Treanor, Elizabeth Ward, Robin Wickens, Abby O'Connell, Lucy Culliford, Chris Rogers, Eleanor Gidman, Tunde Peto, Paul Knox, Benjamin Burton, Andrew Lotery, Sobha Sivaprasad, Barnaby Reeves, Ruth Hogg, Michael Donnelly

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Abstract

This study formed part of a diagnostic test accuracy study to quantify the ability of three index home monitoring (HM) tests (one paper-based and two digital tests) to identify reactivation in Neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD). The aim of the study was to investigate views about acceptability and explore adherence to weekly HM. Semi-structured interviews were held with 98 patients, family members, and healthcare professionals. A thematic approach was used which was informed by theories of technology acceptance. Various factors influenced acceptability including a patient's understanding about the purpose of monitoring. Training and ongoing support were regarded as essential for overcoming unfamiliarity with digital technology. Findings have implications for implementation of digital HM in the care of older people with nAMD and other long-term conditions.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationInnovation in applied nursing informatics
EditorsG. Strudwick, N.R. Hardiker, G. Rees, R. Cook, Y.J. Lee
Pages425-429
Number of pages5
Volume315
ISBN (Electronic)9781643685274
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 24 Jul 2024

Publication series

NameStudies in health technology and informatics
PublisherIOS Press
ISSN (Print)0926-9630

Keywords

  • Female
  • Aged
  • Macular Degeneration - diagnosis
  • Qualitative Research
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Wet Macular Degeneration - diagnosis
  • Patient Acceptance of Health Care
  • Home Care Services
  • Monitoring, Ambulatory - methods

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