Abstract
As mobile health (mHealth) technologies evolve, their role in Atrial Fibrillation (AF) care is still emerging. This scoping review explored the current use of mHealth and wearable technologies for the follow-up of patients with acute, uncomplicated AF. The review followed the Arksey and O'Malley framework. Five databases were searched for studies published from January 2010 to April 2024. Two authors independently screened, selected and extracted data. Ten publications from seven countries were included: nine observational studies and one randomised controlled trial. Devices were used across three models of mHealth integration (community-based telehealth care programs, virtual wards and post-acute episode rhythm monitoring). Reporting on clinical outcomes, adverse events, costs, barriers and patient experience was inconsistent. The review highlights heterogeneity in mHealth use for AF follow-up and limited reporting of patient-centred outcomes. Further research is needed to understand patient experience, adherence and the impact of mHealth on long-term outcomes.