Lupus patients get extra nurse support to cut hospital visits
NCT ID NCT03915652
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a nurse-led care management program for lupus patients at high risk of missing appointments or ending up in the emergency room. Nurses received special training on lupus and social barriers to care, then reached out to patients to help them attend rheumatology visits, fill prescriptions, and get recommended lab tests. The goal was to see if this support improves care quality and reduces avoidable hospitalizations.
What this could mean
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Active substance
nurse-led care management program
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could improve lupus care and reduce avoidable hospital visits for high-risk patients.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 35 participants, so results may not apply to all lupus patients. The program requires extra nursing resources.
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Locations
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States