Understanding heart health after pregnancy complications

From Hypertensive Pregnancy to Heart Health: Understanding and Addressing Multi-Level Barriers to Cardiovascular Health after Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy

['FUNDING_OTHER'] · BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER · NIH-11023112

This study is looking at how to help women, especially Black women and those with low incomes, who had high blood pressure during pregnancy, by finding out what stops them from getting the heart care they need and creating better ways for them to access that care.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_OTHER']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorBOSTON MEDICAL CENTER (nih funded)
Locations1 site (BOSTON, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-11023112 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research investigates how to improve cardiovascular health for women who have experienced hypertensive disorders during pregnancy. It focuses on identifying barriers that prevent these women, particularly Black women and those with low incomes, from receiving necessary follow-up care for heart health. The study aims to gather data on cardiovascular risks and implement evidence-based interventions tailored to the needs of diverse populations. By engaging with stakeholders, the research seeks to ensure that effective strategies are developed and tested to enhance access to care and improve health outcomes.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women who have experienced hypertensive disorders during pregnancy, especially those from Black or low-income backgrounds.

Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced hypertensive disorders during pregnancy may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better heart health management for women after pregnancy complications, reducing their risk of cardiovascular disease.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that targeted interventions can improve health outcomes for similar populations, indicating potential for success in this approach.

Where this research is happening

BOSTON, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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