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https://doi.org/10.26493/978-961-293-015-8.95-101
The role of information and communication
technology in self-management
of type 2 diabetes
Filip Krajnc, Maruša Magister, Klara Nartnik, Andrej Starc
University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Health Sciences, Zdravstvena pot 5, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
krajncfilip@gmail.com, marusa.magister04@gmail.com, klaraaara@gmail.com, andrej.
starc34@gmail.com
Abstract
Introduction: Type 2 diabetes is a chronic disease which represents
a substantial burden on healthcare across the world. The use of
information and communication technology (ICT) in self-management
of diabetes is becoming more common, as it enables effective self-
management and control over your health. Technology such as
computers, smart phones, tablets and mobile apps can overcome
time and location barriers by monitoring data such as blood glucose
levels from home and can establish communication between patients
and healthcare personnel. Previous studies have shown that despite
numerous benefits, prevalence of ICT use in self-management of type
2 diabetes is low. Methods: The descriptive research method with a
systematic literature review was used in the following databases: Google
Schoolar, PubMed, CINAHL and Medline. The search proceeded
with the help of Boolean logical operator AND, together with the key
words: »Patient«, »Type 2 Diabetes«, »Self-management«, »Information
and communication technology«. A systematic literature review was
conducted in the first half of March 2020. PRISMA methodology was
used to display decisions about usefulness of reviewed sources and seven
of those sources were selected for further analysis. Results: Patients with
type 2 diabetes are willing to use ICT and are aware of its benefits, but
the prevalence remains low. Ignorance about computers, smart phones or
more specifically mobile apps and the possibility of personal information
breaches are the most common barriers to ICT use. Results show that the
use of ICT contributes to a statistically significant reduction of glycated
hemoglobin (HbA1c), however studies are divided about the reduction of
body weight and body mass index (BMI). Patients want ICT to include
different communication channels, enable possibilities for exchanging
experiences and connection with different healthcare systems and to
offer written and visual individualized information about their disease.
The role of information and communication
technology in self-management
of type 2 diabetes
Filip Krajnc, Maruša Magister, Klara Nartnik, Andrej Starc
University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Health Sciences, Zdravstvena pot 5, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
krajncfilip@gmail.com, marusa.magister04@gmail.com, klaraaara@gmail.com, andrej.
starc34@gmail.com
Abstract
Introduction: Type 2 diabetes is a chronic disease which represents
a substantial burden on healthcare across the world. The use of
information and communication technology (ICT) in self-management
of diabetes is becoming more common, as it enables effective self-
management and control over your health. Technology such as
computers, smart phones, tablets and mobile apps can overcome
time and location barriers by monitoring data such as blood glucose
levels from home and can establish communication between patients
and healthcare personnel. Previous studies have shown that despite
numerous benefits, prevalence of ICT use in self-management of type
2 diabetes is low. Methods: The descriptive research method with a
systematic literature review was used in the following databases: Google
Schoolar, PubMed, CINAHL and Medline. The search proceeded
with the help of Boolean logical operator AND, together with the key
words: »Patient«, »Type 2 Diabetes«, »Self-management«, »Information
and communication technology«. A systematic literature review was
conducted in the first half of March 2020. PRISMA methodology was
used to display decisions about usefulness of reviewed sources and seven
of those sources were selected for further analysis. Results: Patients with
type 2 diabetes are willing to use ICT and are aware of its benefits, but
the prevalence remains low. Ignorance about computers, smart phones or
more specifically mobile apps and the possibility of personal information
breaches are the most common barriers to ICT use. Results show that the
use of ICT contributes to a statistically significant reduction of glycated
hemoglobin (HbA1c), however studies are divided about the reduction of
body weight and body mass index (BMI). Patients want ICT to include
different communication channels, enable possibilities for exchanging
experiences and connection with different healthcare systems and to
offer written and visual individualized information about their disease.
