SmartBP Hypertension Management App

Procurement/Cost

Can be downloaded from the Google Play Store or iOS Apple Store.

Evidence Base

• A systematic review of effectiveness in lowering blood pressure, as well as their usability and patients' satisfaction with their use, found that most studies reported that apps might be effective in lowering blood pressure and are accepted by users. However, these findings should be interpreted with caution, as most of the studies had a high risk of bias. 

  Alessa T, Abdi S, Hawley MS, de Witte L. Mobile Apps to Support the Self-Management of Hypertension: Systematic Review of Effectiveness, Usability, and User Satisfaction. JMIR Mhealth Uhealth. 2018 Jul 23; 6(7): e10723.

Quality Control

Hypertension management are not classified as medical devices under Section 201(h) of the FFDCA and are therefore not subject to FDA regulatory oversight.

Technical Aspects/Integration

Tracks blood pressure and heart rate data via Bluetooth-enabled blood pressure monitors (A & D, Omron, QardioArm, iHealth, and Withings). Can share information with providers via email. Syncs with Apple HealthKit.

Notes

• Features a tagging system for notes about blood pressure readings and analysis view with 1-week, 2-week and 1-month trends
• Ability to track weight and ECG information