Telemedicine - Use at high blood pressure
In a pilot project for high blood pressure patients, the Austrian medical insurance company Uniqa offered members a continuous monitoring of their blood pressure levels.
Over 200 participants were given a blood pressure measuring device and a data transfer unit or homebox access station .
System overview - telemedicine at high blood pressure
Long-term storage and monitoring of blood pressure levels
Measured levels were transferred regularly to an electronic patient file over the course of three years (2006 to 2009) and viewed and monitored by the medical service center of the insurance company. As soon as transferred blood pressure data showed irregularities, patients received a call from the supporting service center to gain advice and further information regarding doctor’s visits, for example.
Aipermon service
Aipermon delivered the telemetrically equipped blood pressure measuring devices and data transfer units – homebox access station, as well as substantial data transfer infrastructure for this pilot project. Measured data was transferred to an electronic patient file of InterComponentWare
Project aim
With ongoing support, people with high blood pressure gain long-term stability and security in dealing with their illness. Furthermore, less complications and improved support regarding everyday behavior and optimized medication are the aim of this project.
