Meta-analysis of qualitative studies examining the experiences of elderly patients with cardiovascular diseases in using digital health technologies

This is a registration for a meta-analysis of qualitative studies, intended to systematically evaluate the evidence from qualitative research on the experiences of elderly patients with cardiovascular diseases regarding the use of digital health technologies. The objective of this analysis is to identify key aspects such as technology acceptance, barriers to use, and factors that facilitate adoption of these technologies. The attachment includes detailed research questions, search strategies, data extraction plans, data synthesis methods, and reporting guidelines. Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death and disability among the elderly worldwide. Digital health technologies, such as remote monitoring, smart wearable devices, and AI-assisted diagnosis and treatment, demonstrate great potential in the management of cardiovascular diseases. However, there is significant variation in the acceptance of these technologies and the user experience among elderly patients, which directly affects the effectiveness of their implementation. Existing qualitative studies on this topic are scattered and their conclusions are not consistent; therefore, there is an urgent need for the integration of relevant evidence.