Internet-Based home care education for children with pulmonary hypertension: a public health perspective

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Background Pediatric pulmonary hypertension (PH) requires complex, specialized home care. Digital health interventions offer scalable solutions to address healthcare disparities, improve educational access, and reduce health system burdens while empowering caregivers. Objective This mini-review evaluates internet-based home care education for pediatric PH, focusing on public health implications, implementation strategies, and population-level outcomes. Methods We conducted a comprehensive narrative review of recent literature on internet-based education platforms and telehealth solutions for pediatric pulmonary hypertension, evaluating them through public health frameworks of accessibility, equity, and scalability. Key findings Internet-based programs significantly improve medication adherence, complex skill acquisition (e.g., central line care), early symptom recognition, and caregiver self-efficacy. Effective platforms leverage multimodal learning, adaptive technologies, and interactive features. From a public health perspective, these interventions reduce preventable emergency department visits, lower long-term healthcare costs, and enhance quality of life. However, major barriers persist, including the digital divide, variable digital health literacy, and a lack of standardized content validation. Conclusions Internet-based home care education is vital for pediatric PH management. Future efforts must prioritize standardized, evidence-based curricula, health equity across socioeconomic strata, digital health reimbursement policies, and integration into existing public health infrastructure to maximize population-level benefits.