Table 1.

Difference between the Patient-Generated Health Data (PGHD) and Clinical data.

Factor	PGHD	Clinical Data
Source of Data	Generated by patients or caregivers using patients devices, apps, or self-reporting.	collected by healthcare professionals during visits, hospital stays, or by diagnostic procedures.
Accuracy and Reliability	Can vary; depends on the accuracy of the device and the patient’s ability to accurately record data.	Generally high, collected through validated methods and equipment.
Scope and Context	Provides a broader view of the patient’s health in daily life, including lifestyle and environmental factors.	Focuses on health status during clinical assessments; may miss daily life nuances.
Usage in Healthcare	Used for remote monitoring, chronic disease management, and patient participation in care.	Fundamental for diagnosis, treatment planning, and disease monitoring.
Integration Challenges	Integration with clinical workflows and EHRs can be challenging due to data variability.	Usually well-integrated, though interoperability between different EHR systems can be an issue.
Patient Engagement	Encourages active patient participation and self-management.	Typically, more passive, with healthcare professionals driving the process.