Development of Open Backend Structures for Health Care Professionals to Improve Participation in App Developments: Pilot Usability Study of a Medical App.

Background: Efficient digitization in medicine still is in its infancy but undeniably has great potential for current and future challenges in health care. Thus far, the rollout of medical apps has not resulted in widespread use of smartphones in the German health care sector-the reasons for this have not been clarified so far. Nevertheless, the lack of user involvement in the development process and content creation might contribute to low acceptance of these products.

Scapholunate ligament reconstruction using a part of the extensor carpi radialis brevis tendon through a dorsal approach.

Thirty-six patients were assessed after scapholunate ligament reconstruction using a portion of the extensor carpi radialis brevis through a dorsal approach. The median age was 53 years. Most (27/38) were graded as scapholunate advanced collapse Grade I.

Requirements for an app from the perspective of patients in plastic and reconstructive surgery.

Background: Along with the higher availability of Internet, worldwide access and the use of cell phones, the demands of patients for digitalized medical care have increased.

Methods: A questionnaire-based prospective study of 405 patients was conducted to investigate their expectations and requirements of app-based "mHealth" applications.

Results: "Behavioral guidance after surgery," "overview of personal findings," and "contact with the treating physician" were the most important factors.