Prospects for improving the outpatient care efficiency in patients with hypertension using remote patient monitoring

   Despite significant progress in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases, the prevalence of hypertension continues to rise in modern conditions, while blood pressure control remains inadequate in a large number of patients. This review analyzes domestic and international publications on the use of remote technologies in the diagnosis and treatment of hypertension. The use of remote health monitoring for patients with hypertension as part of follow-up care helps improve the accessibility and quality of medical care, enables more effective disease control, and increases patient adherence to treatment. The most promising approach appears to be the use of remote blood pressure monitoring with devices that feature automatic data transmission. Remote monitoring systems allow for the timely detection of significant changes in health indicators, notification of responsible medical professionals, and, if necessary, facilitation of immediate emergency care. This ensures the rational use of human and time resources and reduces the expenditure of budget funds. An analysis of the literature reveals a significant variety of methods and technologies for implementing remote monitoring, which may influence the interpretation of clinical study results.

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