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Telemonitoring Can Assist In Managing Cardiovascular Disease In Primary Care: A Systematic Review Of Systematic Reviews, Renee Purcell, Susan Mcinnes, Elizabeth J. Halcomb

Susan McInnes

Background There has been growing interest regarding the impact of telemonitoring and its ability to reduce the increasing burden of chronic diseases, including chronic cardiovascular disease (CVD), on healthcare systems. A number of randomised trials have been undertaken internationally and synthesised into various systematic reviews to establish an evidence base for this model of care. This study sought to synthesise and critically evaluate this large body of evidence to inform clinicians, researchers and policy makers. Methods A systematic review of systematic reviews investigating the impact of telemonitoring interventions in the primary care management of CVD was conducted. Reviews were included …