Do mobile phone applications improve glycemic control (HbA1c) in the self-management of diabetes? A systematic review, meta-analysis, and GRADE of 14 randomized trials
Countries in which studies (included in the synthesis) were conducted
USA (3); UK (England) (2); Australia (1); Congo - Kinshasa (1); Europe (1); Finland (1); France (1); Italy (1); Japan (1); Korea - South (1); Norway (1)
Global/regional focus
Not yet available
Country focus
USA (3); UK (England) (2); Australia (1); Congo - Kinshasa (1); Europe (1); Finland (1); France (1); Italy (1); Japan (1); Korea - South (1); Norway (1)
Low - and middle-income country (LMIC) focus
At least one included study was conducted in a low- or middle-income country
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Additional details about the research
Type of document
Systematic review of effects
Type of question
Effectiveness
Focus
Specific
Target
Individual
Priority Area
Not applicable
Health system topic(s)
Delivery arrangements
By whom care is provided
Self-management
With what supports is care provided
ICT that support individuals who receive care
Implementation strategies
Consumer-targeted strategy
Information or education provision
Theme
Domain
Diseases
Non-communicable diseases
Diabetes
Sectors
Primary care
Hospital care
Publication details
Citation
Hou C, Carter B, Hewitt J, Francisa T, Mayor S. Do mobile phone applications improve glycemic control (HbA1c) in the self-management of diabetes? A systematic review, meta-analysis, and GRADE of 14 randomized trials. Diabetes Care. 2016;39(11):2089-2095.