Creating a program for patients to manage their own high blood pressure treatment.
Development of an implementation-ready antihypertensive self-titration intervention to improve US blood pressure control
This study is all about helping people with high blood pressure take charge of their health by learning how to check their blood pressure at home and adjust their medications with their doctor's guidance, making it easier for them to manage their condition day-to-day.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brigham and Women's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10896185 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a program that allows patients to self-manage their high blood pressure by monitoring their blood pressure at home and adjusting their medication based on a pre-agreed plan with their doctor. The approach involves understanding the challenges patients face in managing their hypertension and creating a user-friendly protocol for self-titration of antihypertensive medications. By incorporating patient feedback and real-world assessments, the goal is to make this self-management strategy feasible and effective in everyday healthcare settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults diagnosed with hypertension who are willing to actively participate in managing their own treatment.
Not a fit: Patients who are unable or unwilling to engage in self-management or those with complex medical conditions requiring close physician oversight may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower patients to take control of their blood pressure management, leading to better health outcomes and reduced risks of serious cardiovascular events.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that self-management strategies for hypertension can be effective, but this specific approach to self-titration is still being developed and tested.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Brigham and Women's Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Haff, Nancy — Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Haff, Nancy
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.