Mobile health intervention for managing high blood pressure in emergency departments

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a mobile health intervention designed to reduce blood pressure among individuals identified with hypertension during emergency department visits. By leveraging safety-net healthcare systems, the intervention will connect patients with necessary resources, including self-measured blood pressure monitoring and assistance with scheduling physician appointments. The study will compare the outcomes of this intervention against usual care to determine its impact on blood pressure reduction and potential long-term health benefits. The ultimate goal is to address health disparities in hypertension management, particularly among underserved populations.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

While in the ED, the patient must meet all of the following:

* Adult (≥18 y/o)
* At least one BP with Systolic BP ≥160 or a Diastolic BP ≥100 (criteria 1)
* If the patient has repeated measurements after achieving Criteria 1, at least one of the repeat BP remains systolic BP ≥140 or a diastolic BP ≥90
* Must have cell phones with text-messaging capability
* Likely to be discharged from the ED

Exclusion Criteria for Main Trial Participants:

* Critical illness
* Unable to read English (\<1% at study site)
* Incarcerated
* Pregnant
* Pre-existing condition making 6-month follow-up unlikely

Where it's running

• Hurley Medical Center
  Flint, Michigan, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Lesli Skolarus, MD, MS
• Email: lesli.skolarus@northwestern.edu
• Phone: 312-503-0644

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.