Hypertension in Urban Underserved Subjects Using Telemedicine
Hypertension in Urban Underserved Subjects Using Telemedicine
In a community of low-income, underserved urban subjects with a high incidence of hypertension, we demonstrated that minimal engagement with a system of care resulted in a significant reduction of BP. Internet- and telephone-based communications coupled with self-measured BP and physician reminders showed a distinct advantage over usual care in asymptomatic nondiabetic subjects.
Conclusion
In a community of low-income, underserved urban subjects with a high incidence of hypertension, we demonstrated that minimal engagement with a system of care resulted in a significant reduction of BP. Internet- and telephone-based communications coupled with self-measured BP and physician reminders showed a distinct advantage over usual care in asymptomatic nondiabetic subjects.
