Systematic Review of the Impact of Tele-medicine and Digital Platforms on Hypertension Management Among the Elderly in the UK.

Chaudhari, Vaibhavikumari (2025) Systematic Review of the Impact of Tele-medicine and Digital Platforms on Hypertension Management Among the Elderly in the UK. Masters thesis, University of Wales Trinity Saint David.

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Abstract

Hypertension affects approximately half of adults aged 65 and over in the UK, presenting significant risks for cardiovascular disease and stroke. Managing hypertension in the elderly is complicated by multi-morbidity, poly-pharmacy, frailty, and barriers to healthcare access. This systematic review examines the impact of telemedicine and digital platforms on hypertension management among older adults in the UK. Evidence indicates that telemedicine interventions—such as remote blood pressure monitoring, virtual consultations, and mobile health applications—improve blood pressure control, medication adherence, and patient satisfaction, particularly for those with mobility limitations or living in rural areas. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated telemedicine adoption, enabling continuity of care but also highlighting challenges related to digital literacy, technology access, and data privacy. Barriers such as cognitive and sensory impairments, low health literacy, and reliance on caregivers disproportionately affect the elderly, necessitating tailored solutions. While telemedicine offers substantial benefits, its effectiveness varies with patient complexity and digital readiness, and it cannot fully replace in-person care for those with significant comorbidity or technology barriers. The review concludes that hybrid care models, combining digital and traditional approaches, are essential for optimizing hypertension management and addressing the diverse needs of the UK’s aging population.

Item Type:	Thesis (Masters)
Subjects:	R Medicine > RA Public aspects of medicine > RA0421 Public health. Hygiene. Preventive Medicine
Divisions:	Theses and Dissertations > Masters Dissertations
Depositing User:	Victoria Hankinson
Date Deposited:	11 Sep 2025 08:31
Last Modified:	11 Sep 2025 08:32
URI:	https://repository.uwtsd.ac.uk/id/eprint/3916

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