RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT05826925

Optimizing Cardiovascular Preventive Care for Women Following Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy


Sponsor

University of Utah

Enrollment

30 participants

Start Date

Feb 27, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death among women in the United States, and women with hypertensive disorders of pregnancy have a 2-fold higher risk for cardiovascular disease later in life compared to women with uncomplicated pregnancies. This research investigates a patient-centered intervention during the postpartum period to promote engagement in cardiovascular preventive care.


Eligibility

Sex: FEMALEMin Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing whether a structured care program — including educational materials and close follow-up after delivery — can improve heart health monitoring and prevention for women who experienced high blood pressure complications during pregnancy (such as preeclampsia or gestational hypertension), since these women have a higher risk of heart disease later in life. **You may be eligible if...** - You recently delivered a baby at the University of Utah and experienced a hypertensive disorder during your pregnancy (e.g., preeclampsia, gestational hypertension) - You can speak and read English or Spanish - You are willing to provide informed consent during your current hospital stay **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You already have a known cardiovascular disease diagnosis (history of stroke, heart attack, or peripheral artery disease) - You have a cognitive or vision impairment that prevents you from reading or communicating Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

OTHERDecision aid

A decision aid will be developed based on qualitative data from Aim 1 and iterative refinement with input from stakeholders from Aim 2. Anticipated content includes: 1) information about cardiovascular risk following hypertensive disorders of pregnancy; 2) goal-setting exercises for blood pressure, weight management, glucose control, physical activity, and smoking cessation; 3) self-care steps to achieve management targets; 4) values clarification exercises to identify values related to cardiovascular risk management and identify priority areas for focus and improvement; and 5) discussion of how to communicate questions and goals of treatment to their provider.


Locations(1)

University of Utah Hospital

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States

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