To evaluate the safety of telemedicine follow-up compared to in-person follow-up for patients with tracheal devices, addressing a significant knowledge gap.
Key Findings:
Telemedicine follow-up was systematically offered and accepted by patients, with a focus on emergency department visits, hospital readmissions, and unplanned interventions.
In-person follow-up was maintained for patients with limitations to telemedicine.
Interpretation:
The study addresses a significant knowledge gap regarding the safety of telemedicine in managing patients with tracheal devices, with implications for clinical practice.
Limitations:
Retrospective design may introduce biases, including selection bias.
Limited generalizability due to the specific patient population and setting.
Conclusion:
The study provides insights into the feasibility and safety of telemedicine for patients with tracheal devices, emphasizing its potential role in clinical practice.
by Pedro Prosperi Desenzi Ciaralo, Paulo Francisco Guerreiro Cardoso, Helio Minamoto, Benoit Jacques Bibas, Carlos Roberto Ribeiro Carvalho, Paulo Manuel Pego-Fernandes
