Digital technologies in Pediatric Respiratory Medicine: insights from a preliminary survey by the Italian Pediatric Respiratory Society

In early 2024, the Italian Pediatric Respiratory Society study group ‘Pediatric Digital Technologies for Respiratory Care, PeDiTCare’ conducted a survey to assess the awareness and utilization of digital health technologies (DHTs) in the man-agement of pediatric respiratory diseases. The survey was disseminated online through the Society newsletter and social media platforms, collecting responses from 46 society members from most regions of Italy over a three-week period. A preliminary descriptive analysis of the data revealed notable use of electronic health records, telemedicine, and home ventilation systems, particularly for asthma management. Key barriers to broad DHTs adoption include limited resources, high costs, and complexity of use. Respondents emphasized the need for increased financial support and training to expand DHTs integration and improve pediatric respiratory care.