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Exploring self-management in patients with liver cirrhosis and the role of eHealth and wearable technologies: A mixed method study

Westendorp, Amber (2025) Exploring self-management in patients with liver cirrhosis and the role of eHealth and wearable technologies: A mixed method study.

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Abstract:This study investigates the role of eHealth and wearable technologies in enhancing self-management for liver cirrhosis patients. Through semi-structured interviews and a survey, it explores patient and healthcare professional attitudes toward self-management, eHealth, and wearables. The results show that patients acknowledge the importance of self-management but struggle with challenges such as low health literacy, financial barriers, and difficulty maintaining lifestyle changes. While most patients are interested in adopting eHealth and wearable tools, adoption is hindered by cost and limited awareness. Healthcare professionals see value in these technologies but emphasize the need for proper education and tailored support. The study concludes that addressing these barriers through personalized interventions and integrating eHealth solutions into care plans could improve patient outcomes and empower patients to take better control of their health. Future research should focus on overcoming adoption challenges and assessing the long-term impact of these technologies.
Item Type:Essay (Master)
Clients:
Medisch Spectrum Twente (MST)
Nederlandse Organisatie voor toegepast-natuurwetenschappelijk onderzoek (TNO)
Faculty:TNW: Science and Technology
Subject:44 medicine
Programme:Health Sciences MSc (66851)
Link to this item:https://purl.utwente.nl/essays/106061
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