Can a smartphone app teach young heart patients to manage their own care?

NCT ID NCT04463446

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Alberta Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

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

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

congenital heart disease

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CONGENITAL HEART DISEASE CONGENITAL HEART DISEASE IN ADOLESCENCE

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Alberta

Edmonton, Alberta, T6G 2B7, Canada

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