The Maturity of Telemedicine: A Conceptual and Terminological Reflection
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.22034/TJT.2.4.69Keywords:
Telemedicine, Telehealth, mHealth, TerminologyAbstract
Telemedicine is rapidly expanding, and related terms such as telehealth, eHealth, and mHealth further complicate the landscape. MeSH offers a standardized framework but doesn't fully include newer terms. Using both preferred MeSH terms and specific keywords together can enhance clarity and improve search results.
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