App aims to keep liver patients out of the hospital
NCT ID NCT02534805
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 29 times
Summary
This study tested a smartphone app called PatientBuddy to see if it could help people with cirrhosis avoid being readmitted to the hospital within 30 days after discharge. The app was designed for both patients and their caregivers who live together. The goal was to reduce preventable hospital returns by providing support and education.
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Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia, 23298, United States
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