Risk assessment and management program using telecare for diabetes patients
Outcomes of a Risk Assessment and Management Program Using Telecare Consultation Among Patients With Diabetes Mellitus in General Out-patient Clinic: A Hybrid Effectiveness-implementation Study
NA · The Hong Kong Polytechnic University · NCT05183685
This study tests a new telecare program that uses video calls to help diabetes patients in Hong Kong manage their condition better and stay engaged with their healthcare.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 700 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Tuen Mun) |
| Trial ID | NCT05183685 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This program utilizes telecare consultations, which involve two-way visual communication between patients and healthcare professionals, to assess and manage diabetes mellitus. The study aims to implement and evaluate this telecare model in a primary care setting in Hong Kong, addressing a significant gap in current diabetes care. By leveraging telecommunication applications like Zoom, the program seeks to enhance patient engagement and improve health outcomes during and beyond the COVID-19 pandemic.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are adults aged 18 and above with a confirmed diagnosis of diabetes who regularly attend follow-up appointments.
Not a fit: Patients with dementia, significant hearing or vision loss, or those without internet access at home may not benefit from this telecare approach.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could improve diabetes management and patient outcomes through enhanced accessibility and personalized care.
How similar studies have performed: While telecare consultations are becoming more common, this specific approach in diabetes management is novel and has not been extensively tested in similar settings.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * aged 18 or above, having a confirmed diagnosis of diabetes, having regular follow-ups in the clinic Exclusion Criteria: * having dementia, having unaccompanied hearing or vision loss, not having an Internet connection at home
Where this trial is running
Tuen Mun
- Tuen Mun Hospital — Tuen Mun, Hong Kong (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Arkers Wong, Ph.D.
- Email: arkers.wong@polyu.edu.hk
- Phone: 85234003805
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Diabetes Mellitus, diabetes mellitus, telecare consultation