The international surgical journal with global reach

This is the Scientific Surgery Archive, which contains all randomized clinical trials in surgery that have been identified by searching the top 50 English language medical journal issues since January 1998. Compiled by Jonothan J. Earnshaw, former Editor-in-Chief, BJS

Effect of home monitoring via mobile app on the number of in-person visits following ambulatory surgery. A randomized clinical trial. JAMA Surg 2017; 152: 622-627.

Published: 6th October 2017

Authors: Armstrong K, Coyte PC, Brown, M, Beber B, Semple JL

Conclusion

Sixty-five women recovering from breast reconstruction were randomized to follow-up by mobile app or in person visits for 30 days after surgery. Women who used the app had fewer in person hospital visits and reported improved convenience scores.

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