Use of our Remote Monitoring Solution in respiratory diseases
Vitalera is at the forefront of remote patient monitoring (RPM), specifically targeting respiratory diseases. With a focus on providing advanced solutions for the continuous health monitoring of patients with chronic respiratory conditions, vitalera's technology not only transforms healthcare delivery but also optimizes resources and improves clinical outcomes.
Vitalera's Remote Patient monitoring
95%
adherence and track of response to the treatment
Respiratory diseases
The history behind
vitalera's remote respiratory monitoring solutions are tailored for healthcare professionals, including pulmonologists, respiratory therapists, nurses, and general practitioners, who manage patients with chronic respiratory conditions such as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), asthma, and interstitial lung disease. Our platform is designed to integrate effortlessly into existing clinical workflows, providing these professionals with real-time data to enhance their decision-making processes. By delivering continuous, actionable insights, Vital Era empowers healthcare teams to make timely and informed decisions, ultimately improving patient outcomes and streamlining care.
Benefits for the Patient
Patients using vitalera's RPM technology for respiratory diseases experience a range of significant benefits. The primary advantage is the ability to maintain constant control over their respiratory health without the need for frequent office visits, which is especially beneficial for those with limited mobility or those living in rural areas with restricted access to healthcare services.
Moreover, early detection of any anomalies allows for quick interventions, preventing serious complications. The peace of mind that comes with knowing their respiratory condition is being continuously monitored also enhances the patient's psychological well-being. The specific benefits include:
- Continuous Access to Care: 24/7 monitoring without the need for frequent travel.
- Early Detection: Rapid identification of potential problems before they become severe.
- Improved Well-Being: Reduced stress and anxiety from knowing their health is under constant surveillance.
- Personalized Management: Real-time treatment adjustments based on accurate data.
- Reduced Hospitalizations: By catching issues early, there is a potential for fewer emergency room visits and hospital admissions, in previous pilots we have reach up to the 20-30% of readmission.
Benefits for Healthcare Professionals
For healthcare professionals, vitalera offers tools that simplify patient management and enhance clinical work efficiency. Key benefits include:
- Real-Time Data: Professionals have immediate access to up-to-date information about their patients' respiratory health, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Increased Efficiency: The ability to monitor multiple patients simultaneously reduces workload and allows for more effective time management.
- Timely Interventions: The platform alerts professionals to any significant changes in a patient's condition, enabling swift and effective interventions.
- Comprehensive Medical Records: Continuous data collection creates a detailed record of the patient's health, useful for long-term evaluations and treatment adjustments.
- Enhanced Patient Engagement: Regular monitoring encourages patients to be more engaged in their health management, leading to better adherence to treatment plans.
Monitoring Vitals for better treatment
Vitalera employs a variety of telemonitoring vitals to ensure comprehensive and effective surveillance of respiratory conditions. These metrics include, but are not limited to:
- Spirometry Data: Measures lung function, including forced vital capacity (FVC) and forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1), which are crucial for assessing respiratory conditions.
- Oxygen Saturation (SpO2): Monitors the level of oxygen in the blood, which is vital for detecting hypoxemia and ensuring adequate oxygenation.
- Respiratory Rate: Continuous monitoring of the respiratory rate to identify patterns that may indicate exacerbations.
- Peak Flow: Measures the maximum speed of expiration, important for asthma management.
- Symptom Tracking: Regular assessment of symptoms such as cough, wheezing, and shortness of breath to provide a comprehensive picture of the patient's condition.
- Adherence to Medication: Monitoring the use of inhalers and other respiratory medications to ensure compliance with treatment plans.
Which are a typical cas of use:
vitalera is collaborating with hospitals and clinics to integrate its Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) platform through a dedicated web portal, aimed at enhancing the management of patients with Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). This web-based solution allows healthcare providers to monitor, manage, and respond to patient needs remotely and efficiently.
Asthma Monitoring:
1. Patient Monitoring and relevant data we collect:
- Symptoms/PROMS: Patients log into the website to complete regular assessments using the Asthma Control Test (ACT), which tracks their symptom progression. The results are immediately visible to healthcare providers through their dashboard.
- Vital Parameters: Data such as Peak Expiratory Flow, oxygen saturation, and heart rate are captured via Bluetooth-connected medical devices, with the information automatically displayed on the web interface.
- Symptom Recording: Patients can report symptoms like wheezing, chest tightness, or nocturnal coughing directly through the web portal, providing their care team with up-to-date information. Doctors can interact with patients and trigger this symptom, to make preventive care.
2. Therapy Adherence:
- Medication Monitoring: The system records the patient’s usage of inhalers and nebulizers, tracking adherence in real-time and offering insights into the frequency and dosage.
- Side Effects: Any side effects from medications can be logged by the patient, and the healthcare provider is immediately notified.
3. Alerts and Notifications:
- Alarms: The website triggers automatic alerts for healthcare professionals when a patient logs critical symptoms or when their peak flow falls outside normal ranges, ensuring prompt intervention.
4. Medication Management:
- Reminders and Tracking: Patients receive automated reminders through the web portal to adhere to their prescribed medications. Their medication usage is logged and visible to healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence is monitored effectively.
COPD Monitoring via Website:
1. Patient Monitoring:
- Symptoms/PROMS: Patients complete assessments using the St. George’s Respiratory Questionnaire (SGRQ) or COPD Assessment Test (CAT) via the web portal. This data is directly integrated into the clinic’s monitoring system, helping providers assess disease progression.
- Vital Parameters: The platform collects respiratory rate, oxygen saturation, and heart rate via connected devices, with the results displayed on the healthcare provider’s dashboard in real-time.
- Symptom Logging: Patients are prompted to report symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and exacerbations like chronic coughing or shortness of breath directly through the website.
2. Therapy Adherence:
- Medication Monitoring: The system tracks the patient’s use of inhalers and nebulizers, logging the time and dosage in the web portal for easy review by the care team.
- Exacerbation Tracking: The website allows patients to log their daily symptoms, and any worsening of symptoms immediately alerts their healthcare providers.
3. Alerts and Notifications:
- Alarms: When vital parameters deviate from the expected ranges or exacerbations are logged, the system automatically generates alerts for healthcare providers, ensuring timely care interventions.
4. Medication Management:
- Reminders: Patients receive medication reminders through the website interface, and adherence data is compiled and presented to healthcare providers in real-time.
Web-Based Integration of Vitalera’s System:
Vitalera’s web portal offers a fully integrated solution that enables clinics and hospitals to provide continuous care for asthma and COPD patients. With real-time data streaming and alerts available at a glance, healthcare providers can monitor their patients more effectively.
- Healthcare Provider Dashboard: The web portal’s dashboard presents real-time patient data, alerting providers to any issues and allowing them to generate reports for insurance reimbursements (e.g., CPT codes).
- Alert Management System: The integrated alert system enables providers to respond quickly to patient needs, helping to prevent emergencies or exacerbations.
This use case demonstrates how vitalera’s web-based platform helps healthcare providers deliver timely, data-driven care and improve patient outcomes through continuous remote monitoring.