Improving hypertension self-management in rural patients through doctor-patient interactions
Construction and Verification of Adaptive Intervention Model for Self-Management Behavior of Hypertensive Patients in Rural Areas：A Perspective of Doctor-Patient Interactions
NA · Sichuan University · NCT06869031
This study is testing a new way to help people with high blood pressure in rural areas manage their condition better through improved communication with their doctors.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 320 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Sichuan University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Chengdu, Sichuan) |
| Trial ID | NCT06869031 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project aims to develop and validate an adaptive intervention model designed to enhance self-management behaviors in patients with hypertension living in rural areas. The study will evaluate the effectiveness of tailored, interaction-based intervention strategies on improving long-term blood pressure control. Researchers will identify the most effective combinations of these interventions to create a sustainable model for managing hypertension in rural settings.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are rural residents diagnosed with hypertension who are willing to participate and do not have cognitive impairments or other diseases affecting self-management.
Not a fit: Patients over 80 years old or those with conditions that hinder self-management, such as severe mental disorders or significant physical disabilities, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve blood pressure control and overall health outcomes for rural patients with hypertension.
How similar studies have performed: While similar approaches have been explored, this specific adaptive intervention model tailored for rural hypertension management is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed hypertension patients who are permanent residents in rural areas. * No plans for long-term relocation within the next year. * Willing to participate in this study. * No cognitive impairment. * No other diseases that significantly affect self-management behavior, such as malignant tumors. Exclusion Criteria: * Age over 80 years. * Having conditions such as stroke, paralysis, or mental disorders that prevent the completion of self-management behaviors. * Severe hearing impairment or speech disorders that prevent participation in interviews. * Likely to relocate or be away from the local area for an extended period within one year.
Where this trial is running
Chengdu, Sichuan
- West China Fourth Hospital and West China School of Public Health. Sichuan University — Chengdu, Sichuan, China (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Yuju Wu
- Email: yujuwu@scu.edu.cn
- Phone: 86+18382096899
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Hypertension Self-management, Hypertension