The Strategies for Quantitative and Qualitative Remote Data Collection: Lessons From the COVID-19 Pandemic

Tiersma, Keenae M.; Reichman, Mira; Popok, Paula J; Nelson, Zoe; Mj, Barry; Elwy, A. Rani; Flores, Efrén J.; Irwin, Kelly E.; Vranceanu, Ana‐Maria

doi:10.2196/30055

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“…site initiation visits, are beneficial (better attendance, lower costs, can be more frequent) and unlikely to impair setup times, screening, recruitment or data collection [ 45 ]. Online recruitment may widen existing digital inequalities [ 46 ] but conversely may help to recruit underserved groups [ 47 ]. Online data collection is potentially more acceptable to participants, even for clinical measures [ 43 ].…”

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Non-COVID-19 UK clinical trials and the COVID-19 pandemic: impact, challenges and possible solutions

Lorenc

Rooshenas

Conefrey

et al. 2023

Trials

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Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic impacted the operationalisation of non-COVID-19 clinical trials globally, particularly site and participant recruitment and trial success/stoppage. Trials which anticipate recruitment challenges may embed methods such as the QuinteT Recruitment Intervention (QRI) to help identify and understand the sources of challenges. Such interventions can help shed light on pandemic-related challenges. This paper reports our experience of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on conducting clinical trials with an embedded QRI, highlighting how the QRI aided in identifying challenges and potential solutions, particularly related to the site set-up and participant recruitment. Main body We report on 13 UK clinical trials which included a QRI. Information is from QRI data and researchers’ experience and reflections. In most trials, recruitment was lower than even the lowest anticipated rates. The flexibility of the QRI facilitated rapid data collection to understand and document, and in some instances respond to, operational challenges. Challenges were mostly logistical, pandemic-related and beyond the control of the site or central trial teams. Specifically: disrupted and variable site opening timelines —often due to local research and development (R&D) delays— shortages of staff to recruit patients; fewer eligible patients or limited access to patients; and intervention-related factors. Almost all trials were affected by pandemic-related staffing issues including redeployment, prioritisation of COVID-19 care and research, and COVID-19-related staff illness and absence. Trials of elective procedures were particularly impacted by the pandemic, which caused changes to care/recruitment pathways, deprioritisation of services, reduced clinical and surgical capacity and longer waiting lists. Attempted solutions included extra engagement with staff and R&D departments, trial protocol changes (primarily moving online) and seeking additional resourcing. Conclusion We have highlighted wide-ranging, extensive and consistent pandemic-related challenges faced by UK clinical trials, which the QRI helped to identify and, in some cases, address. Many challenges were insurmountable at individual trials or trials unit level. This overview highlights the need to streamline trial regulatory processes, address staffing crises, improve recognition of NHS research staff and for clearer, more nuanced central guidance on the prioritisation of studies and how to deal with the backlog. Pre-emptively embedding qualitative work and stakeholder consultation into trials with anticipated difficulties, moving some processes online, and flexible trial protocols may improve the resilience of trials in the current challenging context.

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Non-COVID-19 UK clinical trials and the COVID-19 pandemic: impact, challenges and possible solutions

Lorenc

Rooshenas

Conefrey

et al. 2023

Trials

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“…In particular, data security and privacy are of utmost concern, given the continuous collection of sensitive patient health information by IoT devices (Ali et al, 2020). The risk of data breaches and unauthorized access is a signi cant concern, emphasizing the need for robust encryption, authentication, and access controls to protect patient data (Tiersma et al, 2022).…”

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IoT Integration in Telemedicine: Investigating the Role of Internet of Things Devices in Facilitating Remote Patient Monitoring and Data Transmission

Auwal

2023

Preprint

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Introduction: The integration of Internet of Things (IoT) technology with telemedicine has ushered in a groundbreaking era for healthcare, allowing for remote monitoring and data transmission of patients. This research paper aims to explore the complex relationship between IoT devices and telemedicine, examining their combined potential to improve patient care and transform healthcare workflows. Method: To gain a deeper understanding of the impact of IoT-powered telemedicine, a qualitative study was conducted to explore the experiences and perspectives of both healthcare practitioners and patients. Using in-depth interviews and content analysis, we examined the integration of IoT devices, such as wearables and remote sensors, into telemedicine platforms. This allowed us to uncover real-time health data collection and transmission from patients' homes to medical professionals. Result: This study's analysis of the benefits, challenges, and user satisfaction indicates that IoT-powered remote patient monitoring significantly enhances patient care by facilitating timely interventions and reducing hospital admissions, ultimately leading to improved healthcare outcomes and highlighting the effectiveness of IoT-powered remote patient monitoring in relation to healthcare outcomes. Furthermore, we analyze the complex technical factors that influence the effective deployment of IoT devices in telehealth settings. The integration of telemedicine with IoT technology is a complex process that requires careful consideration of several factors, including data security, interoperability, and data analytics. These factors play a crucial role in ensuring the effective and secure exchange of health information between different systems. The insights gained from this research can help to inform the development of best practices for telemedicine, ultimately improving patient care and outcomes. The findings also have implications for healthcare providers, technology developers, and policymakers who seek to leverage IoT-integrated telehealth solutions in their work.

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“…Similarly, the pandemic has affected clinical research worldwide, as many studies were suspended, and others had to negotiate an extension of their funding to cope with the additional pressures, restrictions, and new ways of working 18 . Researchers also had to learn, adopt, and implement new data collection techniques and methods of interacting with their participants to ensure ethics, integrity and rigor were ascertained 19 .…”

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“…Researchers also had to learn, adopt, and implement new data collection techniques and methods of interacting with their participants to ensure ethics, integrity and rigor were ascertained 19 .…”

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Leadership and resilience in adversity: The impact of COVID-19 on radiography researchers and ways forward

Stogiannos¹,

Skelton²,

Rogers³

et al. 2022

Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences

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The Strategies for Quantitative and Qualitative Remote Data Collection: Lessons From the COVID-19 Pandemic

Cited by 15 publications

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Non-COVID-19 UK clinical trials and the COVID-19 pandemic: impact, challenges and possible solutions

Non-COVID-19 UK clinical trials and the COVID-19 pandemic: impact, challenges and possible solutions

IoT Integration in Telemedicine: Investigating the Role of Internet of Things Devices in Facilitating Remote Patient Monitoring and Data Transmission

Leadership and resilience in adversity: The impact of COVID-19 on radiography researchers and ways forward

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