A wearable device for continuous monitoring of central blood pressure
A Wearable Ultrasonic System for Automatic, Continuous, and Noninvasive Monitoring of Central Blood Pressure
This study is testing a new wearable patch that can continuously and easily check your central blood pressure without any discomfort, helping people with high blood pressure keep better track of their health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11171683 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a wearable ultrasonic patch that allows for automatic, continuous, and noninvasive monitoring of central blood pressure. Hypertension, often referred to as a 'silent killer', can lead to serious cardiovascular diseases without noticeable symptoms. The device aims to provide more accurate central blood pressure readings compared to traditional cuff methods, which can be limited by operator skill and invasiveness. By integrating miniaturized wireless electronics and automatic data processing, this innovative approach seeks to enhance blood pressure management and improve patient outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with hypertension or those at risk of developing cardiovascular diseases.
Not a fit: Patients with normal blood pressure or those who do not have access to the wearable technology may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better management of hypertension and reduced risk of cardiovascular diseases for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise with wearable devices for health monitoring, indicating potential success for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
La Jolla, United States
- University of California, San Diego — La Jolla, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Xu, Sheng — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Xu, Sheng
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.