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Timely referral and effective postoperative follow-up are significant challenges in pediatric surgical care in low-resource settings.
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Digital health tools, such as teleconsultation and mobile messaging, may improve referral coordination and postoperative continuity.
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Existing studies on digital health in pediatric surgery are primarily pilot studies and small observational designs, indicating uneven evidence.
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Challenges in implementing digital health include infrastructure constraints, digital inequity, and concerns about privacy and sustainability.
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The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the adoption of digital health, highlighting its potential value in maintaining continuity of care.
