Abstract
Digitalization is finding its way into medicine in many different forms. Whether patient-centered, networking, supporting medical personnel or in (clinical) research: digital technologies have become an integral part of everyday medical life not only since the pandemic triggered by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. For example, mobile smartphone applications are among the most frequent developments; however, the multitude of available products and the lack of time in medical practice often make a reliable assessment of the quality, safety and functionality difficult. This review article summarizes current developments in mobile technologies in the field of pediatrics and adolescent medicine and illustrates available applications with concrete examples. The aim is to encourage readers to make their own experiences and to sharpen their view of possible risks.