New web tool helps rural doctors spot high blood pressure in kids
NCT ID NCT05126082
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This completed study tested a web-based tool called PedsBP CDS that helps doctors identify and manage high blood pressure in children aged 6-17. The tool was used in 45 primary care clinics across three rural states, involving over 41,000 youth. The goal was to see if the tool improves blood pressure rechecking and diagnosis rates compared to usual care.
What this could mean
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Active substance
PedsBP CDS (a web-based clinical decision support tool)
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could help more children with high blood pressure get properly diagnosed and managed, especially in rural areas with limited specialist access.
What could go wrong
This is a completed implementation study, not a treatment trial. The tool's effectiveness may vary across different health systems, and it does not directly lower blood pressure.
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Locations
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Essentia Health
Duluth, Minnesota, 55805, United States