Clinical trial for Hypertension
Official title Facilitated Transitions From Postpartum to Primary Care Coordination for People With Chronic Conditions
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06557005
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether a new support plan helps new parents see their main doctor. It also looks at how well this plan works for managing long-term health issues.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you are pregnant or just had a baby and have a long-term health condition.
- What's involved
- You would get extra help during your hospital stay after birth. This help is designed to make it easier to book and keep your first doctor visit.
- Time commitment
- The study follows you for a set time after birth to check if you saw your doctor.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older, women only
You may be able to join if
- Receiving obstetric care at an MGH-affiliated obstetrics practice (except for the MGH HOPE Clinic, which has a unique care model that provides...
- Pregnant with a live fetus or delivered a live-born neonate ≥24 weeks of gestation, based on the clinical estimate of gestational age
- If postpartum, has a neonate that is currently living at the time of enrollment
- Chronic or essential hypertension
- Hypertensive disorders related to pregnancy (e.g., pre-eclampsia)
You likely can't join if
- Any individual not meeting all inclusion criteria
See the full eligibility criteria
- Receiving obstetric care at an MGH-affiliated obstetrics practice (except for the MGH HOPE Clinic, which has a unique care model that provides prenatal and postnatal care for individuals with substance use disorder...
- Pregnant with a live fetus or delivered a live-born neonate ≥24 weeks of gestation, based on the clinical estimate of gestational age
- If postpartum, has a neonate that is currently living at the time of enrollment
- Chronic or essential hypertension
- Hypertensive disorders related to pregnancy (e.g., pre-eclampsia)
- Type 1 or 2 diabetes (i.e., pre-existing diabetes)
- Gestational diabetes
- Class II Obesity (pre-pregnancy body mass index ≥35 kg/m2; or if pre-pregnancy body mass index is not known, a first trimester BMI of ≥35 kg/m2)
- Depression or anxiety disorder
- Has a primary care clinician listed in the patient's medical record
- Has access to or agrees to be enrolled in the electronic health record patient portal and consents to be contacted via these modalities
- Able to read/speak English or Spanish language
- Is age ≥18 years old
- Any individual not meeting all inclusion criteria
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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