ePROs
Electronic patient-reported outcomes (ePROs) are health-status data collected directly from patients through electronic devices. They capture symptoms, functioning, quality of life, and treatment impact. ePRO data are gathered via tablets, smartphones, computers, web portals, or dedicated apps and are used in clinical trials as well as routine clinical care to monitor patient experiences.
ePROs are typically collected within an electronic clinical outcome assessment (eCOA) framework and can take the
Regulatory and methodological considerations apply to ePROs. Instruments must be validated for electronic use, and data
Challenges include digital literacy gaps, language and cultural adaptation, and unequal access to devices or connectivity.