Monitoring blood pressure in postpartum women with hypertension using a cloud-connected program
Use of a Cloud-connected Remote Blood Pressure Monitoring Program During the Postpartum Period for Hypertensive Women
University of South Carolina · NCT06096701
This study tests a cloud-connected program that helps monitor blood pressure in new mothers with high blood pressure to see if it can improve their health and reduce hospital visits.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 540 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 54 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | University of South Carolina (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Columbia, South Carolina) |
| Trial ID | NCT06096701 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study focuses on women with hypertensive disorders during the postpartum period, utilizing a cloud-connected remote blood pressure monitoring program. The aim is to address the rising prevalence of hypertensive disorders, particularly among Black women, who experience higher rates of postpartum complications. Participants will be monitored using a blood pressure cuff to track their health status and reduce the risk of readmissions due to hypertension. The study seeks to improve postpartum care and outcomes for women affected by these conditions.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include pregnant individuals with hypertensive disorders who are at least 18 years old and have Medicaid coverage, delivering at Prisma Health Richland.
Not a fit: Patients who are not planning to deliver at Prisma Health Richland or are outside the specified postpartum timeframe will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly reduce postpartum complications and hospital readmissions for hypertensive women.
How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research in remote monitoring for various conditions, this specific approach targeting postpartum hypertensive women is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Pregnant individuals with hypertensive disorders * Speak English * At least 18 years old * Medicaid coverage * Between 20 weeks of pregnancy and 2 weeks postpartum * Postpartum admission at Prisma Health Richland with hypertensive disorder within 2 weeks postpartum Exclusion Criteria: * Not planning to deliver at Prisma Health Richland * Less than 20 weeks of pregnancy * More than 2 weeks postpartum
Where this trial is running
Columbia, South Carolina
- Prisma Health Richland — Columbia, South Carolina, United States (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Research nurse
- Email: Gwendoline.Helin-milgrom@PrismaHealth.org
- Phone: 803-687-9974
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: Hypertensive Disorder, Preeclampsia, Gestational hypertension, Eclampsia, Chronic hypertension