Telehealth vs Clinic Management for High Blood Pressure
(TEAMS-BP Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
TEAMS-BP is a Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI)-funded trial under the Phased Large Awards for Comparative Effectiveness Research (PLACER) funding mechanism to evaluate two comprehensive and evidence-based strategies for managing blood pressure (BP) following stroke.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It is best to discuss this with the study team or your doctor.
Is telehealth generally safe for managing high blood pressure?
Telemedicine, including telehealth services in intensive care units, has been shown to improve patient safety by providing specialized care and support, especially in remote areas. It helps ensure constant monitoring and quick response to changes in a patient's condition, which is crucial for safety.12345
How is the Intensive Tailored Telehealth Management treatment for high blood pressure different from other treatments?
Intensive Tailored Telehealth Management is unique because it combines telehealth technology with team-based care, allowing for real-time monitoring and communication between patients and healthcare providers, which can improve blood pressure control more effectively than traditional clinic visits.678910
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Intensive Tailored Telehealth Management for high blood pressure?
Research shows that telehealth in intensive care can improve the quality of care by ensuring adherence to best practice guidelines and improving process quality, which may lead to better patient recovery and long-term outcomes. This suggests that telehealth could be effective in managing high blood pressure by providing consistent monitoring and support.14111213
Who Is on the Research Team?
Cheryl Bushnell, MD
Principal Investigator
Wake Forest University Health Sciences
Wayne Rosamond, MD
Principal Investigator
Wake Forest University Health Sciences
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is designed for individuals who have experienced a stroke and are now managing high blood pressure. Participants should be interested in using telehealth services or attending intensive clinic visits to manage their condition.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive either Intensive Tailored Telehealth Management or Intensive Clinic Management for blood pressure control
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
Long-term follow-up
Participants are monitored for major adverse cardiovascular events and changes in cognitive function
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Intensive Clinic Management
- Intensive Tailored Telehealth Management
Intensive Clinic Management is already approved in United States, European Union for the following indications:
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Wake Forest University Health Sciences
Lead Sponsor