A Mobile Health Application to Track Patients After Gastrointestinal Surgery: Results from a Pilot Study

Many surgical readmissions are preventable. Mobile health technology can identify nascent complications and potentially prevent readmission. We performed a pilot study of a new mobile health application in adults undergoing major abdominal surgery. Patients reported their pain, answered surveys, photographed their wound, were reminded to stay hydrated, and used a Fitbit™ device. Abnormal responses triggered alerts for further evaluation....