Can a smartphone app teach young heart patients to manage their own care?
NCT ID NCT04463446
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested two ways to help 16-17 year olds with congenital heart disease learn to manage their health as they move from pediatric to adult care. One group used a smartphone app for 18 months; the other had a single teaching session with a nurse. Researchers measured changes in self-management skills, heart knowledge, and confidence over time.
What this could mean
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Active substance
CHD app and nurse-led teaching session
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that a smartphone app is a practical, low-cost way to help young heart patients manage their own health as they move to adult care.
What could go wrong
This is a completed trial, but it only measured readiness and knowledge, not actual health outcomes. The app may not improve real-world care or reduce complications.
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Conditions
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Locations
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University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta, T6G 2B7, Canada