International Journal of Clinical Case Reports, 2025, Vol.15, No.3, 110-119 http://medscipublisher.com/index.php/ijccr 115 Furthermore, a systematic review and meta-analysis of mobile app-assisted self-care interventions for type 2 diabetes and hypertension highlighted the effectiveness of these tools in reducing hemoglobin A1c levels and blood pressure. The study emphasized that 5G networks could enhance these interventions by providing reliable and fast data transmission, which is crucial for real-time monitoring and feedback (Liu et al., 2019). 5.2 Elderly care support in rural areas 5G technology has also been instrumental in supporting elderly care in rural areas. One case study from Japan illustrates the use of 5G for a doctor-to-doctor remote diagnosis system, which allows elderly patients in rural areas to receive advanced medical care without traveling long distances. This system reduces the burden on patients and ensures timely diagnosis and treatment, leveraging the high-speed and low-latency features of 5G networks (Karako et al., 2020). In addition, a 5G cognitive system has been proposed to address the imbalanced distribution of medical resources by enabling video conference-based telemedicine. This system not only provides physiological care but also incorporates speech emotion recognition to monitor the psychological state of patients. Such comprehensive care is particularly beneficial for elderly individuals living alone in rural areas, as it ensures both their physical and mental well-being (Chen et al., 2017). Moreover, the deployment of 5G networks in rural and low-income areas has been explored to enhance connectivity and healthcare services. A study demonstrated the feasibility of using 5G nodes powered by solar panels and batteries to provide reliable network coverage in these regions. This approach ensures that elderly residents in remote areas can access continuous health monitoring and emergency services through wearable devices and video care services (Chiaraviglio et al., 2017). 5.3 Remote emergency support system The implementation of 5G-supported remote emergency support systems has shown significant promise in enhancing the quality and speed of emergency medical care in rural and remote areas. These systems leverage the high data rates, low latency, and reliable connectivity of 5G networks to provide real-time medical guidance and support during emergencies. One notable example is the Health-5G system, which utilizes mixed reality to facilitate remote medical assistance in emergency situations. Health-5G integrates advanced computer-human interaction, real-time videoconferencing, medical device integration, and robust communication infrastructure. Emergency personnel equipped with mixed reality glasses can transmit audio, video, and data streams over a 5G network to medical specialists located remotely. This allows specialists to provide real-time verbal and visual instructions, significantly improving the quality of care provided on-site. A case study demonstrated the system's effectiveness in treating a patient with syncope due to a third-degree atrioventricular block, highlighting the system's potential to save critical time in emergency scenarios (Figure 3) (García et al., 2023). The 5G smart first-aid care platform in China exemplifies another application of 5G technology in prehospital emergency care. This platform enables real-time information exchange between ambulances and hospitals, facilitating remote consultations and reducing treatment times. The system has been piloted in large- and medium-sized cities, showing promise in enhancing the efficiency and quality of prehospital care, particularly for conditions like chest pain (Xiang et al., 2023). A comprehensive framework for 5G-enabled connected ambulances has also been developed, focusing on two-way data communication, including audio-visual multimedia flow between ambulances and hospitals. This system supports the transmission of ultrasound videos, in-ambulance video streaming, and vital signs measurements, enabling remote physicians to guide ambulance crews in providing initial medical care. The framework addresses the stringent connectivity requirements of mobile healthcare, ensuring reliable and timely medical support (Usman et al., 2019). 6 Challenges Facing 5G Remote Care Services 6.1 Infrastructure development The deployment of 5G networks in rural and remote areas faces significant challenges due to the high costs and complexities associated with infrastructure development. The capital expenditure (CapEx) and operational
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