Co-creation in Action: End-users’ Expectations and Desired Functionality of a Developing Digital Support Platform for Older Adults After Initial Cancer Treatment

Kotronoulas, G. et al. (2021) Co-creation in Action: End-users’ Expectations and Desired Functionality of a Developing Digital Support Platform for Older Adults After Initial Cancer Treatment. Supportive Care in Cancer, 29(Suppl1), S44-S45. (doi: 10.1007/s00520-021-06285-8)

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Abstract

Introduction: The need for quality follow-up cancer care is on the rise, particularly for older adults. LifeChamps (https://lifechamps.eu/) is creating a digital support platform based on artificial intelligence and big data analytics to integrate patient-reported outcomes, sensor data and routine clinical data, to enhance follow-up cancer care. Our co-creation phase explored the views and expectations of potential end-users (patients, family/ caregivers and health professionals) of the developing system. Methods: This mixed-methods design involved end-users from Greece, Spain, Sweden and the UK. Data collection was performed via either online surveys or telephone interviews. Framework analysis was applied to the dataset. Results: A total of 155 end-users participated, commenting on expected advantages, anticipated challenges, desired functionality and implementation aspects. Patients/family members generally felt it would be useful for personalised support and aid communication as there was frustration with the lack of follow-up services. Health professionals were supportive of the “proactive” functionality of the system. Anticipated challenges included issues with information management, impact on workload and infrastructure, and comfort in using technology. Conclusions: The varied end-user insights into system requirements form a solid basis for action and further consultation in subsequent development cycles.

Item Type:Articles
Additional Information:Abstracts for MASCC/ISOO Annual Meeting 2021, 24-26 June 2021.
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Marshall-Mckenna, Dr Rebecca and Kotronoulas, Dr Greg
Authors: Kotronoulas, G., Marshall-Mckenna, R., Kokoroskos, E., Gil Granados, A., Papachristou, P., Papachristou, N., McGowan, S., Petridis, G., Collantes, G., Bamidis, P., and Billis, A.
College/School:College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing
Journal Name:Supportive Care in Cancer
ISSN:0941-4355
Published Online:15 June 2021

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