Challenges in virtual collection of patient-reported data: a prospective cohort study conducted in COVID-19 era.

Karineh KazazianJessica BogachWendy JohnstonDeanna NgCarol Jane Swallow

Published in: Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer (2022)

We identified significant barriers to the virtual completion of ESAS forms, with a lack of predictive variables. The severe degree of psychological distress reported by ~50% of respondents demonstrates the need for ongoing regular collection/review of these data. Innovative solutions are required to overcome barriers to the virtual collection of PROs.

Keyphrases

patient reported
electronic health record
coronavirus disease
sars cov
big data
early onset
machine learning
data analysis
sleep quality
physical activity
depressive symptoms
artificial intelligence
deep learning