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Included studies were summarized and analyzed.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A total of 18 studies were included. Telemedicine applications in HBPC are diverse, encompassing forms such as applications and video conferencing. Their core content covers six key elements, including symptom management and psychological support. Telemedicine demonstrated positive effects in improving patients\u2019 symptom burden, quality of life, and optimizing healthcare resource utilization.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Telemedicine, as a feasible, effective, and cost-efficient supplementary model for HBPC, shows great potential. 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