Using automated blood pressure measurements to improve hypertension detection in African Americans
Automated clinic blood pressure assessment and detection of white coat and masked hypertension study in African Americans
This study is looking at whether using automated blood pressure machines in clinics can help doctors better spot high blood pressure in African American patients, making it easier to get the right diagnosis and improve heart health without needing more complicated tests.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Columbia University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11075798 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how automated blood pressure (BP) measurements can be used in clinics to better identify hypertension, particularly in African American patients. It compares traditional clinic BP readings taken by healthcare providers with unattended automated BP readings to see if the latter can reduce the misdiagnosis of white coat and masked hypertension. The study aims to determine if this method can provide a more accurate assessment of cardiovascular risk without the need for more invasive monitoring techniques. By focusing on a population with a high prevalence of these conditions, the research seeks to improve hypertension management and outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are African American adults who may be at risk for hypertension or have been diagnosed with high blood pressure.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as African American or those who have already been effectively managed for hypertension may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate hypertension diagnoses and better cardiovascular health for African American patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that automated BP measurements can provide more accurate readings compared to traditional methods, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Columbia University Health Sciences — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Abdalla, Marwah — Columbia University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Abdalla, Marwah
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.