A Mobile App-based Approach in Cardiovascular Disease Prevention: A Prospective Randomized Study

Overview

Journal High Blood Press Cardiovasc Prev

Specialty Cardiology & Vascular Diseases

Date 2024 Feb 28

PMID 38416388

Authors

Allegra Battistoni

Giuliano Tocci

Giovanna Gallo

Giorgio Solfanelli

Massimo Volpe

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Abstract

Cardiovascular risk factors are prevalent in the Italian population, and cardiovascular diseases remain a leading cause of mortality in the Western world. As the incidence of risk factors and cardiovascular diseases increases with age, effective and early prevention and management strategies are crucial. This study aims to evaluate the feasibility and potential benefits of using the Heartaway® mobile application as an additional intervention to standard clinical care for patients with hypertension. The study will explore improvements in blood pressure control, medication adherence, cardiovascular risk factors, lifestyle habits, and cardiovascular outcomes. The results of this study may contribute to a broader integration of telemedicine into cardiovascular disease prevention in the clinical practice.

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