What are the potential risks associated with telemonitoring?
The potential risks associated with telemonitoring include dependence on the technology, which may impair a person's ability to self-manage their condition, anxiety caused by regular monitoring of signs and symptoms, a lack of user support which may compromise motivation and willingness to engage with the technology, a reduction in face-to-face care which can hinder clinical assessment and treatment decisions, and an inequality issue for people living in rural areas. In addition, there is a trade-off between the net clinical effects and costs associated with telemonitoring. 