Telemonitoring and E-Coaching in Hypertension
Objective: To investigate the effects of PCP+SM on hypertension control rate and lifestyle behaviors as compared with usual care. Study design: The study is a non-blinded randomized controlled clinical trial in adults with hypertension, in a multicenter hospital setting . We will randomize participants in a 1:1 fashion to the intervention group (PCP+SM), or to the control group (usual care). Study population: 400 patients, patients, aged ≥18 years with hypertension (RR \>140/90) Main study outcome: hypertension control rate (%\<140/90mmHg) after 6 months (as measured by the SPRINT protocol)
• Age ≥18 years
• Hypertension (\>140/90)
• Have and use a smartphone or a partner/caregiver who is able to provide the necessary technical support
• Able to provide written informed consent prior to participation in the study