Mobile Health Strategies for Postpartum Hypertension

Randomized Controlled Trial of Two Mobile Health Strategies to Manage Postpartum Hypertension

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Hypertension, Pregnancy Induced
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Female
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
770 (estimated)
Sponsor
Jennifer Lewey, MD, MPH · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for women who have high blood pressure after childbirth. Participants will help compare two different ways to manage their blood pressure through mobile health tools.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am 18 years old or older
  • I gave birth within the last 14 days
  • I have preeclampsia or gestational hypertension
  • I started blood pressure medication before leaving the hospital
  • I speak English or Spanish
  • I can send and receive text messages

You may not be able to join if

  • I had high blood pressure before my pregnancy
  • I have had heart disease
  • I have chronic kidney disease
  • I am taking three or more blood pressure medications

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial

A multicenter randomized trial that will compare the effectiveness of two postpartum blood pressure (BP) management strategies in improving blood pressure and cardiac function and increasing patient engagement and feeling of control over one's health

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age ≥18 years * Delivery within 14 days * Diagnosis of preeclampsia or gestational hypertension with or without severe features during pregnancy or within 14 days postpartum * Initiation of blood pressure medication prior to hospital discharge and up to 14 days postpartum * En…
Contacts

Jennifer Lewey, MD, MPH

215-662-7700

Jennifer.Lewey@pennmedicine.upenn.edu

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Alexis Giron, M.S

Alexis.Giron@Pennmedicine.upenn.edu

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