Remote monitoring of adult cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy: scoping review
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Objective: to map scientific evidence on the remote monitoring of adult cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. Method: Scoping review, carried out in February 2025 in the National Library of Medicine, Web of Science, Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature, EMBASE, and the Virtual Health Library Portal data sources. Randomized or non-randomized clinical trials that used remote monitoring during chemotherapy treatment were selected. Results: 2611 publications were found; six studies made up the sample after removing duplicates and applying the inclusion criteria. The objective of the studies was related to evaluation/testing (of the efficacy and feasibility of remote monitoring). The results differed concerning the average number of emergency room visits/hospitalization / supportive care. The means used for remote monitoring were apps, phone calls, text messages, and a system that worked from a phone call. Conclusion: Remote monitoring of adult cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy has the potential to positively impact the period between chemotherapy cycles, helping patients and healthcare teams.
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