Managing blood pressure at home for patients on hemodialysis
Official title: Home Blood Pressure in Hemodialysis (HOME-BP)
Funded at University of Washington · NIH-11121842 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at whether checking your blood pressure at home can help people on hemodialysis stay healthier compared to just measuring it at the clinic before treatments.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2021 |
| Project end | April 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $627,528 |
| NIH project number | 5R01DK123104-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-11121842 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are patients undergoing hemodialysis who have elevated blood pressure.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not on hemodialysis or those with stable blood pressure levels may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the management of blood pressure in patients undergoing hemodialysis by focusing on measurements taken at home rather than in clinical settings. The study aims to determine if targeting home blood pressure levels can lead to better health outcomes compared to the traditional method of monitoring blood pressure before dialysis sessions. By conducting a pilot trial, researchers have already shown that patients can successfully measure their blood pressure at home and adhere to treatment protocols. The goal is to establish a new standard for blood pressure management in this high-risk population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cardiovascular health and reduced mortality rates for patients on hemodialysis.
How similar studies have gone: Previous pilot trials have shown promising results in managing home blood pressure in hemodialysis patients, indicating that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
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University of Washington
Seattle, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bansal, Nisha — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Bansal, Nisha
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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.