Testing the effectiveness of a supportive digital information tool for patients recovering from bowel surgery, their
surgeons and nurses
Maria dos Santos Lonsdale,
Matthew Baxter,
Qinxin Yao
et al.
Abstract:Colorectal surgery is a common procedure for bowel cancer, with communication of information playing a key role in
patient surgery preparation and recovery. Previous research has shown that surgery e-health tools are effective in many medical
contexts. With this in mind, an interactive app was developed using an iterative user-centred design and research process and a
multi-methods approach. The aim was to enhance communication between patients and me… Show more
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