Wearable technology for detection of COPD exacerbations: feasibility of the Health Patch

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Cuperus, L.J.A.

Bult, L.

Zelst, C.M. van

Brink, W.J. van den

Kamstra, K.R.J.M.

Broek, T.J. van den

Eijnden, M.A.C. van den

Panditha, P.

Veen, J.C.C.M. in 't

Braunstahl, G.J.
We found the article by FINNEY et al. [1] in your esteemed journal regarding the potential of an electronic diary and wristband accelerometer in detecting COPD exacerbations to be of great interest. The study demonstrates the feasibility of using digital technology for symptom and activity monitoring in COPD, suggesting its potential for early exacerbation detection. We believe that incorporating heart rate variability (HRV) measurements could enhance the effectiveness of such monitoring. Nonetheless, we acknowledge the challenges associated with implementing this technology, and recognise that several issues must be addressed before these technologies can be integrated into daily care. In this letter, we aim to share our thoughts and insights derived from both literature and our recent research findings.
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Wearable technologyCOPDHealthWristbandAccelerometer
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ERJ Open Research, 10
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00396-2024
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