Aortic valve stenosis is prevalent, often requiring TAVI as a less invasive treatment option. However, many hospitals struggle to provide the necessary follow-up due to limited resources. To mitigate this, the team developed LOLA, leveraging artificial intelligence and natural language processing. This innovative application can conduct over 40 phone calls in just two hours, enabling healthcare providers to gather essential follow-up information efficiently.

LOLA engages patients through structured questions about their cardiovascular status and recovery, allowing healthcare professionals to monitor progress and intervene when necessary. This timely communication helps in identifying potential complications early on, enhancing patient safety.

Recent research presented at the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) 2024 congress highlights the successful implementation of a virtual voice assistant, named “LOLA,” in the clinical follow-up of patients undergoing transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI). Conducted at the Dr Balmis General University Hospital in Alicante, Spain, the TeleTAVI study aimed to address the challenges faced in post-discharge care for TAVI patients, especially among the ageing population, who are at a higher risk for complications.

The study included 274 patients, with an impressive follow-up adherence rate of over 85%. Over 1,039 calls were made, and the satisfaction score among patients was notably high at 4.68 out of 5, with 89% expressing good or very good satisfaction. Notably, 86% would recommend the use of LOLA, indicating widespread acceptance of this technology.

LOLA’s proactive approach to patient follow-up resulted in rapid discharges, with 40.1% of patients leaving the hospital within 24 hours post-procedure. Importantly, the study demonstrated that automated follow-up not only improved patient care but also maintained a low complication rate without increasing healthcare burdens.

In conclusion, the TeleTAVI study underscores the potential of virtual voice technology in enhancing patient follow-up care, fostering patient satisfaction, and optimizing healthcare resources. As healthcare continues to evolve, innovations like LOLA may pave the way for more effective and efficient patient management strategies.

Article written by Cardiovascular News

27/08/2024

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