Gout sufferers could ditch doctor visits with new Self-Monitoring app
NCT ID NCT05507723
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares two ways of managing gout: a supported self-management approach where patients monitor their own urate levels with a finger-prick test and adjust medication via a smartphone app, versus usual care where a doctor manages treatment. The goal is to see if the self-monitoring method reduces gout flares over two years. The trial will enroll 125 adults with gout who have had at least one flare in the past year.
What this could mean
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Active substance
urate-lowering medication (e.g., allopurinol) adjusted via self-monitoring
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could give gout patients a practical way to manage their condition at home, leading to fewer painful flares and better long-term control.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small trial (125 people) and relies on patients consistently using the app and self-testing, which may not work for everyone. The benefits seen in earlier short-term studies may not hold over two years.
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NHS Lothian
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