Last updated August 29, 2026
Key finding
The intervention group had significantly lower mean scores for SVG donor site wound healing level than the control group on days 14-21 after surgery (p = 0.012, mean = 0.58 ± 0.54 and 1.08 ± 0.82, respectively).
This study evaluated a telehealth program aimed at promoting wound healing in diabetic patients undergoing CABG, finding improved SVG donor site healing.
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Short-Term (≤3 mo)
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Study focus
This study evaluated a telehealth program aimed at promoting wound healing in diabetic patients undergoing CABG, finding improved SVG donor site healing.
Improving wound healing in diabetic patients after CABG is crucial, as these patients are at higher risk for complications. The findings suggest that telehealth interventions can be effective in enhancing recovery outcomes, potentially leading to reduced healthcare costs and improved patient quality of life.
The study may have limited generalizability due to a specific population focus. The effectiveness of the telehealth program remains unclear for sternal wound healing. Sample size and duration of follow-up may limit the robustness of the findings.
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Siriporn S, Usavadee A, Kessiri W, Kriangkrai T. The Effects of a Telehealth Program for Wound Healing Promotion in Patients with Diabetes Undergoing CABG. Belitung Nursing Journal. 2023;9(5):428-436. doi:10.33546/bnj.2775
The intervention group had significantly lower mean scores for SVG donor site wound healing (mean = 0.58 ± 0.54) compared to the control group (mean = 1.08 ± 0.82, p = 0.012).
No significant difference was found in sternal wound healing levels between groups (p = 0.126), although the intervention group had lower mean scores.
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This study contributes evidence to Telehealth program for wound healing promotion (TPWHP) and SVG Donor Site Wound Healing Level, Wound healing rate measured by reduction in ulcer size.
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Telehealth program for wound healing promotion (TPWHP)
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Telehealth program for wound healing promotion (TPWHP) → SVG Donor Site Wound Healing Level
Telehealth program for wound healing promotion (TPWHP) → SVG Donor Site Wound Healing Level
Telehealth program for wound healing promotion (TPWHP) → Wound healing rate measured by reduction in ulcer size
Telehealth program for wound healing promotion (TPWHP) → Wound healing rate measured by reduction in ulcer size
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This study contributes to evidence on Telehealth program for wound healing promotion (TPWHP) and SVG Donor Site Wound Healing Level, Telehealth program for wound healing promotion (TPWHP) and Wound healing rate measured by reduction in ulcer size.
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All studies measuring SVG Donor Site Wound Healing Level
Measures SVG Donor Site Wound Healing Level as a key outcome.
All studies on Telehealth program for wound healing promotion (TPWHP)
Contributes to Telehealth program for wound healing promotion (TPWHP) evidence base.
All studies measuring Wound healing rate measured by reduction in ulcer size
Measures Wound healing rate measured by reduction in ulcer size as a key outcome.
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Telehealth program for wound healing promotion (TPWHP) appears to improve svg donor site wound healing level.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
SVG Donor Site Wound Healing Level
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
Current evidence does not show a clear reduction in wound healing rate measured by reduction in ulcer size with Telehealth program for wound healing promotion (TPWHP).
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
Wound healing rate measured by reduction in ulcer size
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | neutral | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
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