A smartphone app may help heart patients stay on track after a hospital stay

NCT ID NCT02890732

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First seen Jul 22, 2026 · Last updated Jul 23, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a prototype smartphone app called Appet HEART, designed to support personalized care for people with coronary artery disease after they leave the hospital. Researchers want to see how often patients use the app, who benefits most, and whether it improves recovery. The goal is to determine if such an app can be a safe and effective way to help heart patients manage their condition at home.

What this could mean

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Active substance
a smartphone application called Appet HEART for personalized post-hospitalization care
What this could lead to
If successful, this app could become a low-cost tool to help heart disease patients stick to their recovery plan and reduce hospital readmissions.
What could go wrong
This is a small feasibility study, so the app may not prove effective or practical for widespread use. Technical issues or low patient engagement could limit its impact.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Expected to start

Jan 2017

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Expected to finish

Dec 2020

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 80 years

Sex

Anyone

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Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients with coronary heart disease aged 18 to 80 years, from an therapeutic patient education in Cardiology, capable of using a Smartphone application and with a Smartphone Exclusion Criteria: * Disorders of understanding, lack of long-term conditions, legal protection measure

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