Exploring why some racial and ethnic groups struggle more with controlling high blood pressure
Understanding Racial/Ethnic Disparities in Clinician Concordance with Hypertension Treatment Guidelines and Blood Pressure Control
This study is looking into why people from Black, Hispanic, and Asian backgrounds often struggle more with controlling their blood pressure compared to White individuals, even when they receive similar treatments, and it aims to find ways to help everyone manage their blood pressure better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Vanderbilt University Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nashville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10860639 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the reasons behind the ongoing disparities in blood pressure control among different racial and ethnic groups, particularly focusing on Black, Hispanic, and Asian populations. It aims to understand why, despite similar treatment rates, these groups experience lower success in managing hypertension compared to Whites. The study will analyze factors such as treatment adherence, healthcare access, and clinician practices to identify barriers to effective blood pressure management. By examining these issues, the research seeks to develop strategies to improve blood pressure control in these populations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals from Black, Hispanic, and Asian backgrounds who are diagnosed with hypertension.
Not a fit: Patients who are not part of the racial or ethnic groups being studied or those without hypertension may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved hypertension management strategies that enhance blood pressure control among racial and ethnic minorities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has highlighted disparities in hypertension control, but this study aims to provide new insights and solutions, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Nashville, United States
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center — Nashville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tedla, Yacob G — Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Tedla, Yacob G
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.