Comparative Assessment of Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) Google APPs and CKD Prepare GFR India Google App

Abstract

Aim: Glomerular filtration rate (GFR) estimation is an important parameter for assessment of kidney function and management of the patient with suspected kidney function. These mobile applications hence change the way better patient care is managed. In the research project, there is an attempt to perform comparative assessment of GFR Google APPs and CKD PREPARE GFR India Google APP. 
 Methods: Google app store was searched to identify all the applications which may help in estimation of GFR. All the application were compared except general medical calculators and non-English applications. All important parameters were identified with the guidance of delphi group and comparison chart was made.
 Results: The search of Google play store led to 35 mobile applications related to GFR estimation. The majority of the applications were by IT company developers and few were by associations or individuals. There are few companies who have developed multiple mobile applications with different formulas. Many of these aspects of the mobile applications which are considered had important parameters. Few of the applications have multiple page interfaces which may lead to multiple clicks before reaching to GFR estimation which may be at times may be difficult in case of large amounts of use. 
 Conclusion: All the GFR estimation applications are comparable. Single user interface applications have advantages over others where all the data can be entered and results are available in a single view. The disclaimer of using calculators under medical guidance of a qualified physicians is always required.