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Improving Health and Managing Illness through Wearables: The Importance of Terminology

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Dr. Suresh Kumar Sharma, Manisha Mantri, Gaur Sunder
» doi: 10.48047/AFJBS.6.Si3.2024.1777-1786

Abstract

This study explores the integration of digital wearables with clinical terminology such as SNOMED CT and LOINC codes, aiming to enhance physical assessments through health data standardization. Employing a mixed-methods design, it combines quantitative analysis—like mapping wearable-collected health metrics to Electronic Health Record (EHR) standards and clinical terminologies for interoperability—and qualitative insights from literature to underscore the potential benefits in diagnostics and treatment. Results indicate that this integration facilitates seamless data exchange between wearables and healthcare systems, promoting real-time patient data analysis for timely lifestyle and non-communicable disease (NCD) management. The use of standardized clinical terminology ensures accurate coding, documentation, and analysis, improving clinical decision-making and personalized care. This approach not only empowers individuals in managing NCDs but also supports healthcare professionals in delivering optimal care, highlighting the significant potential of digital health technologies in tackling chronic and lifestyle-related diseases.

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