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New treatment option for Hypertension
Official title Reach Out 2: Emergency Department-Initiated Hypertension Mobile Health Intervention Connecting Multiple Health Systems
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06391073
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Emergency department visits provide an opportunity to identify people with undiagnosed, untreated, or uncontrolled high blood pressure. In Reach Out, we will test whether a mobile health intervention yields a greater reduction in blood pressure than usual care among individuals identified with high blood pressure during a safety-net emergency department visit.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 99
You may be able to join if
- 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
You likely can't join if
- 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
See the full eligibility criteria
- 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
- 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
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Flint, Michigan, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 99 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Flint, Michigan, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.