Summary:In patients with suboptimal glycemic control, an eHealth application module significantly improved glycemic control compared to usual care without the module, though its long-term benefit was dependent on participant compliance.
Source: Junjie Huang, et al. “eHealth Applications Improve Glycemic Control in Patients With Diabetes: Randomized Controlled Trial.” Read article here.
| PICO | Description |
|---|---|
| Population | Patients with diabetes exhibiting suboptimal glycemic control. |
| Intervention | Use of an eHealth application module aimed at improving glycemic control. |
| Comparison | Standard care without access to the eHealth application module. |
| Outcome | The eHealth module significantly improved clinical glycemic outcomes, though sustained benefits depended on participant adherence to the intervention. |
RCT
JMIR Form Res · 2025
eHealth module for glycemic control
RCT · type 2 diabetes · 4 months
Trial design
Change from baseline — both arms
HbA1c (module)
6.76%
Month 4
HbA1c (control)
7.09%
Month 4
Difference
-0.33%
P=.007
Reached target HbA1c
73% vs 49%
P=.004
⬡ Bottom Line
At 4 months the eHealth module lowered mean HbA1c versus usual care (6.76% vs 7.09%, P=.007), with more patients reaching target. Durability depended on continued app use.
P
Population
Adults with diabetes and suboptimal glycemic control
I
Intervention
eHealth chronic disease management module
C
Comparator
Usual care without the module
O
Outcome
Mean HbA1c and proportion at target at 4 months
