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Optimizing Cardiovascular Preventive Care for Women Following Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy
Sponsor: University of Utah
Summary
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death among women in the United States, and women with hypertensive disorders of pregnancy have a 2-fold higher risk for cardiovascular disease later in life compared to women with uncomplicated pregnancies. This research investigates a patient-centered intervention during the postpartum period to promote engagement in cardiovascular preventive care.
Key Details
Gender
FEMALE
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
30
Start Date
2025-02-27
Completion Date
2027-08
Last Updated
2025-06-25
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Decision aid
A decision aid will be developed based on qualitative data from Aim 1 and iterative refinement with input from stakeholders from Aim 2. Anticipated content includes: 1) information about cardiovascular risk following hypertensive disorders of pregnancy; 2) goal-setting exercises for blood pressure, weight management, glucose control, physical activity, and smoking cessation; 3) self-care steps to achieve management targets; 4) values clarification exercises to identify values related to cardiovascular risk management and identify priority areas for focus and improvement; and 5) discussion of how to communicate questions and goals of treatment to their provider.
Locations (1)
University of Utah Hospital
Salt Lake City, Utah, United States