Intensified and Standardized Digital Communication with Cystectomy Patients as a Potentially Simple and Effective Modality for Early Detection of Postoperative Complications: Results from a Pilot Study
Abstract:Background
Postoperative readmission rates following radical cystectomy remain significant. Early identification of emerging complications could potentially allow for immediate institution of therapy.
Objective
To intensify postoperative patient-physician communication via a cellphone-based health care application (CHA) and to evaluate its potential for early detection of complications.
Design, setting, and participants
This was a pilot study… Show more
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