关键词: 结核,肺, 药物疗法, 病例管理, 直接观察疗法, 计算机通信网络, 电子服药督导, 电子药盒

Abstract:

Implement effective treatment management is one of the key factors for the End TB Strategy. With the emergence of new technologies, it has become a new choice to use digital technology to support patient treatment management. Electronic medication monitor is the most widely used new tool for TB patient management in the world because of its relatively simple technology, low cost and simple operation. The purpose of this article is understanding the implementation situation, as well as prospect of using electronic pillbox at home and abroad, to solve the problem that DOT is not suitable for every district and patient. In this paper, the author discussed the emergence and implementation of electronic medication monitor, the implementation of electronic pillbox in China, and the challenges for the further promotion. This will provide reference for policy makers, staff in TB control facilities and manufacturers at all levels.

Key words: Tuberculosis,pulmonary, Drug therapy, Case management, Directly observed therapy, Computer communication networks, Electronic medication monitoring, Electric pillbox