The purpose of this paper is to present a systematic review of studies
that used Video Conferencing (VC) intervention for common chronic conditions.
Chronic conditions account for the majority of poor health, disability, and
death, and for a major portion of health-care expenditures in the United
States. Innovative methods and interventions are needed to enhance care and
management, improve access to care, improve patient outcomes, narrow health
disparities and reduce healthcare costs. Video Conferencing could be
particularly relevant in improving health, care management, access and cost in
the care of chronic illnesses. A comprehensive literature search process guided
by the PRISMA statement led to the inclusion of 27 articles measuring video conferencing,
at least one chronic illness, and patient outcomes for adults living in a
community setting. While VC has been found to be feasible and effective, a low
number of randomized controlled trials limit evidence. In addition, studies in
this review were not designed to address the question of whether access to care
in rural areas is improved through VC. Hence, more research is needed.
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