Evaluation of the effectiveness of telemedicine interventions in chronic disease management

Abstract

This study investigates the effectiveness of telemedicine interventions in the management of chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and respiratory diseases, in comparison to traditional care. The research is motivated by the growing need for efficient and accessible solutions to manage these conditions, which strain healthcare systems and impact patients' quality of life. The main objective is to review the existing literature to determine whether telemedicine interventions provide superior control of clinical indicators, such as blood glucose and blood pressure, compared to traditional methods. The adopted methodology was an integrative literature review, covering studies published in the last five years in renowned databases, focusing on clinical outcomes, hospitalization rates, and mortality. The results suggest that telemedicine offers significant advantages in the continuous management of chronic diseases, including better treatment adherence, reduced hospitalizations, and potential mortality reduction. It is concluded that telemedicine is a viable and effective alternative for chronic disease management, with important implications for clinical practice and health policy formulation, especially in resource-limited settings.