RecruitingNCT06394934

Home Blood Pressure Variability and Its Link to Arteriosclerosis and Metabolic Dysfunction in Hypertensive Patients

Impact of Home and Clinical Blood Pressure Variability on Arteriosclerosis and Metabolic Indicators

Sponsor

Korea University Anam Hospital

Enrollment

4,188 participants

Start Date

Jan 9, 2024

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Hypertension Metabolic Syndrome X Blood Pressure Monitoring, Home Arteriosclerosis

Summary

This observational study investigates the correlation between home blood pressure variability (BPV) and arteriosclerosis, alongside metabolic indicators, in hypertensive patients over a three-year period. The research specifically focuses on the predictive value of home BPV for major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) including myocardial infarction, stroke, and heart failure hospitalizations. Utilizing a mobile application called Healthscan for daily BP monitoring, the study aims to enhance the understanding of how BPV impacts cardiovascular and metabolic health in a real-world setting.

Eligibility

Min Age: 19 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This observational study looks at whether fluctuations in blood pressure measured at home are linked to hardening of the arteries (arteriosclerosis) and metabolic diseases like diabetes and obesity. **You may be eligible if...** - You are an adult who monitors your blood pressure at home - You have or are at risk of high blood pressure, diabetes, or cardiovascular disease - You are willing to share your home blood pressure readings and undergo some simple tests **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have a condition that makes blood pressure measurement unreliable (such as irregular heart rhythm) - You are unable or unwilling to comply with the measurement protocol Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALHealthscan App

Participants will use the Healthscan mobile application to monitor and record their daily blood pressure at home. The app allows participants to enter their BP measurements, which are then used to calculate blood pressure variability (BPV). The app's use is intended as a non-invasive, practical tool for patient self-management and longitudinal health monitoring in hypertensive individuals.