Smartphone-Based Data Collection in Ophthalmology

Abstract

Due to their widespread use among the population and their wide range of functions and sensors, smartphones are suitable for data collection for medical purposes. App-supported input masks, patient diaries, and patient information systems, mobile access to the patient file as well as telemedical services will continue to find their way into our field of expertise in the future. In addition, the use of smartphone sensors (GPS and motion sensors, touch display, microphone) and coupling possibilities with biosensors (for example with Continuous Glucose Monitoring [CGM] systems), advanced camera technology, the possibility of regular and appointment independent checking of the visual system (visual acuity/contrast vision) as well as real-time data transfer offer interesting possibilities for patient treatment and clinical research. The present review deals with the current status and future perspectives of smartphone-based data collection and possible applications in ophthalmology.

Key words

smartphone - applications - apps - data collection - ophthalmology - eye

Publication History

Received: 31 July 2020

Accepted: 19 August 2020

Article published online:
07 December 2020

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