Monitoring symptoms in real-time to prevent problems after hospital discharge
Real-time symptom monitoring using ePROs to prevent adverse events during care transitions
['FUNDING_R01'] · BRIGHAM AND WOMEN'S HOSPITAL · NIH-10909844
This study is looking at how digital health apps can help keep track of your symptoms when you leave the hospital and go home, especially if you have multiple health issues, so that you and your care team can catch any problems early and make sure you recover smoothly.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | BRIGHAM AND WOMEN'S HOSPITAL (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BOSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10909844 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on using digital health applications to monitor patient-reported symptoms in real-time during transitions from hospital to home. By collecting and analyzing patient-reported outcomes alongside electronic health record data, the study aims to identify potential adverse events early, particularly for patients with multiple chronic conditions. The goal is to enhance communication between patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers, ensuring timely interventions and reducing the risk of readmissions. This innovative approach empowers patients to understand their health risks better and facilitates improved monitoring during their recovery.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients with multiple chronic conditions who are transitioning from hospital to home care.
Not a fit: Patients who are not transitioning from hospital care or those without chronic conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the incidence of adverse events and hospital readmissions for patients transitioning from hospital care.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promising results using digital health tools for monitoring patient outcomes, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
BOSTON, UNITED STATES
- BRIGHAM AND WOMEN'S HOSPITAL — BOSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: DALAL, ANUJ K — BRIGHAM AND WOMEN'S HOSPITAL
- Study coordinator: DALAL, ANUJ K
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.