Evaluating E-Healthcare Dietary Interventions via Mobile App for Wound Healing in Post-Caesarean Women: A Quasi-Experimental Study
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https://doi.org/10.31674/mjn.2025.v16isupp2.009Abstract
Background: Optimal wound healing following caesarean delivery is essential for maternal recovery and overall well-being. Although digital health technologies have shown promise in enhancing adherence to dietary interventions, their application in post-caesarean care remains insufficiently investigated. Objective: This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of technology-enhanced dietary interventions on wound healing outcomes among women recovering from caesarean delivery. Methods: A quasi-experimental study design was employed with 100 post-caesarean women, evenly divided into an intervention group (n=50) and a control group (n=50). The intervention included personalised meal plans, reminders, and educational content on nutrition delivered via the mobile app. Wound healing progress was evaluated using the Wound Healing Progress Assessment Tool (WH-PAT) at baseline and again four weeks post-intervention. Data analysis was performed using paired and independent t-tests. Results: The intervention group exhibited significantly higher WH-PAT scores post-intervention (mean = 38.6 ± 4.5) compared to the control group (mean = 30.2 ± 5.2, p < 0.001). Additionally, the improvement in WH-PAT scores from baseline was notably greater in the intervention group (mean difference = 16.2 ± 3.7, p < 0.001) compared to the control group (mean difference=7.2±2.6, p<0.001). Conclusion: Technology-enhanced dietary interventions markedly improved wound healing outcomes among post-caesarean women. Future studies should investigate the long-term effects and explore ways to optimise these interventions. This intervention supports the integration of sustainable e-health solutions into nursing care protocols for post-operative maternal health.
Keywords:
Caesarean Delivery, Dietary Intervention, Mobile Health, Postpartum Care, Wound HealingDownloads
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