Wearable patches for continuous blood pressure monitoring
Wearable Micro-Structured Tonometric Sensor Patches for 24-Hour Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring
This study is testing new wearable patches that can comfortably track your blood pressure all day and night without using those tight cuffs, making it easier for you to manage your hypertension.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10886039 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing innovative wearable patches that can continuously monitor blood pressure without the need for traditional cuffs. By utilizing advanced sensor technology, the patches will measure pulse transit time and tonometric waveforms to provide accurate blood pressure readings throughout a 24-hour period. This approach aims to eliminate the discomfort associated with cuff inflation and improve the accuracy of nighttime blood pressure measurements, which are crucial for diagnosing hypertension. Patients will wear these patches, allowing for a more comfortable and effective monitoring experience.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with hypertension or those at risk of developing cardiovascular diseases.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have high blood pressure or related cardiovascular conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate and comfortable blood pressure monitoring for patients, improving hypertension management.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in cuff-less blood pressure monitoring technologies, indicating potential for success in this innovative approach.
Where this research is happening
Pittsburgh, United States
- University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh — Pittsburgh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Xiong, Feng — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Xiong, Feng
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.