Effectiveness of Mobile Applications in Enhancing Family Involvement For Early High-Risk Pregnancy Detection: A Systematic Review
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https://doi.org/10.31674/ijbb.2025.v02i02.001Abstract
Background: Pregnancy complications pose significant risks to maternal and fetal health, making early detection crucial for improving outcomes. Mobile applications have emerged as potential tools for enhancing maternal awareness and facilitating early detection of pregnancy complications. The detection of high-risk pregnancies is essential for reducing maternal and neonatal complications. M-Health applications have emerged as a promising tool to improve maternal health. The role of family involvement in using these digital interventions remains underexplored.
Objective: This systematic review evaluates the effectiveness of mobile applications in enhancing family involvement for the early detection of high-risk pregnancies.
Methods: A systematic search was conducted by PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses). Electronic databases such as PubMed, Scopus, ScienceDirect, IEEE Xplore, Cochrane Library, and Google Scholar were used for studies published between 2021 and 2025. The PICO format was used in the literature search process. Inclusion criteria covered studies focusing on mobile pregnancy risk detection applications involving family participation; English Article. Data extraction focused on user engagement, health outcomes, and barriers to implementation.
Results: It was found that there were around 1,400 articles in research journals related to the theme. There are 7 articles reviewed. Through features like symptom tracking, risk assessment, and real-time communication, mobile applications greatly improve family engagement and early detection of high-risk pregnancies. These resources promoted improved family-provider cooperation, decreased maternal anxiety, and increased adherence to prenatal care.
Conclusion: The efficacy of mobile applications in increasing family involvement for early high-risk pregnancy diagnosis is assessed rigorously and transparently in this PRISMA investigation. Mobile health is an effective tool for enhancing family involvement and early detection in high-risk pregnancies. Policymakers and healthcare providers should consider integrating these technologies into antenatal care programs while addressing accessibility.
Keywords: M-Health, pregnancy risk detection, maternal empowerment, family involvement, antenatal care
Keywords:
M-Health, pregnancy risk detection, maternal empowerment, family involvement,antenatal careReferences
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