Impacto de la telemedicina en la precisión del diagnóstico médico

Abstract

Telemedicine and telediagnosis have emerged in chronic diseases, completely transforming how they are treated. These technological advances have managed to reduce delays and overcome obstacles in the public health field, allowing medical interventions to be delivered more efficiently. Fortunately, advances in telecommunication have opened the doors to a horizon of possibilities. It is now possible to provide various health services to more people affected by chronic diseases, such as diabetes, respiratory or heart disease, and their associated complications, which would otherwise represent an expensive burden on the public health system. Revealing data on the positive impact of the inclusion of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in the diagnosis and treatment of chronic diseases was discovered through extensive research. Implementing these tools has significantly reduced the number of patients requiring hospitalization due to exacerbations or complications of their primary disease. Additionally, there has been a marked improvement in the overall well-being of patients and a decrease in the mortality rate. However, despite the progress made, these virtual tools still face obstacles to their adoption globally. Technological and educational limitations present significant challenges, hindering widespread implementation and equitable access. However, as we overcome these barriers, it is clear that telemedicine and telediagnosis have the potential to change the healthcare panorama for chronic diseases radically.