Evaluation of self-monitoring of blood pressure in the PERHIT study and the impact on glomerular function
Creators: name: Ekholm, Mikael
name: Andersson, Ulrika
name: Nilsson, Peter M.
name: Kjellgren, Karin
name: Midlöv, Patrik
Publisher: name: Taylor & Francis
Year: 2024
Subjects: subject: Medicine
subject: Cell Biology
subject: Physiology
subject: FOS: Biological sciences
subject: Biological Sciences not elsewhere classified
subject: Marine Biology

description: Although intensive blood pressure (BP) control has not been shown to slow the progression of chronic kidney disease (CKD), intensive BP control has been shown to reduce the risk for adverse cardiovascular outcomes in the CKD population. The aim of this post-hoc study was to study the interplay between a self-monitoring BP system and glomerular function. In all, 949 participants with hypertension underwent visits at baseline, after eight weeks and 12 months. Half of the participants received a BP monitor and installed a program on their mobile phone. During eight weeks, they measured daily and reported their BP values. Within the intervention group, BP and systolic BP (SBP) decreased from baseline to eight weeks and 12 months (<i>p</i> &lt; .001). Pulse pressure (PP) and mean arterial blood pressure (MAP) decreased from baseline to eight weeks (<i>p</i> = .021 and <i>p</i> = .004) vs 12 months (<i>p</i> = .035 and <i>p</i> = .008). Within the control group, a decrease was observed from baseline to 12 months for SBP, diastolic BP (DBP) and PP (<i>p</i> = .025, <i>p</i> = .023 and <i>p</i> = .036). In the intervention group, we observed an association between a decrease in SBP, DBP, PP and MAP and a decrease in eGFR (estimated glomerular filtration rate), (<i>p</i> &lt; .001, <i>p</i> &lt; .001, <i>p</i> = .013 and <i>p</i> &lt; .001). In the control group, similar results were observed for PP only (<i>p</i> = .027). Within the intervention group, eGFR decreased (<i>p</i> &lt; .001) but within the control group, the decrease was non-significant (<i>p</i> = .051). We observed an association between a decrease in all BP components and eGFR decline within the normal range in the intervention group but not in the controls. The study was registered with ClinicalTrials.gov [NCT03554382]. <b>WHAT IS THE CONTEXT</b>Hypertension is a common risk factor and has been identified as the most important contributor to end stage renal disease (ESRD)At present, it is unclear if hypertension also plays a role in the gradual loss of kidney function that occurs with ageing in the general populationSome studies have found a link between baseline blood pressure and a decline in GFR (glomerular filtration rate), while others have shown no relationship or even higher GFRMost patients with hypertension attend primary care for diagnosis, treatment and follow-up. Home blood pressure monitoring in hypertension treatment is becoming increasingly commonThe PERson-centredness in Hypertension management using Information Technology (PERHIT) study was designed to evaluate the effect of supporting self-management on (home) blood pressure by the use of information technology and aimed to lower blood pressure in patients with hypertension in primary careThe aim of this sub-study was to evaluate whether a person-centred approach in the treatment of high blood pressure, according to PERHIT, will have an impact on kidney function in patients with hypertension. Hypertension is a common risk factor and has been identified as the most important contributor to end stage renal disease (ESRD) At present, it is unclear if hypertension also plays a role in the gradual loss of kidney function that occurs with ageing in the general population Some studies have found a link between baseline blood pressure and a decline in GFR (glomerular filtration rate), while others have shown no relationship or even higher GFR Most patients with hypertension attend primary care for diagnosis, treatment and follow-up. Home blood pressure monitoring in hypertension treatment is becoming increasingly common The PERson-centredness in Hypertension management using Information Technology (PERHIT) study was designed to evaluate the effect of supporting self-management on (home) blood pressure by the use of information technology and aimed to lower blood pressure in patients with hypertension in primary care The aim of this sub-study was to evaluate whether a person-centred approach in the treatment of high blood pressure, according to PERHIT, will have an impact on kidney function in patients with hypertension. <b>WHAT IS NEW</b>Blood pressure reduction in the intervention group was associated with a greater fall of eGFR (estimated GFR)glomerular filtration rate), but within the normal range, present already after eight weeks.Our analyses showed significant interactions between improved treatment related to the blood pressure components and lowering of eGFR, suggesting that the association between blood pressure changes and eGFR reduction was most prominent in individuals undergoing more effective antihypertensive treatment. Blood pressure reduction in the intervention group was associated with a greater fall of eGFR (estimated GFR)glomerular filtration rate), but within the normal range, present already after eight weeks. Our analyses showed significant interactions between improved treatment related to the blood pressure components and lowering of eGFR, suggesting that the association between blood pressure changes and eGFR reduction was most prominent in individuals undergoing more effective antihypertensive treatment. <b>WHAT IS THE IMPACT</b>Our study concerns a common patient group at primary healthcare centres. When blood pressure treatment is initiated, or when treatment is increased via the general practitioner, it is common practice to arrange for a follow-up check of kidney function estimates such as creatinine and eGFR. In many cases, unfortunately not in accordance with proven science and experience, hypertension medication might be discontinued, or the dose reduced due to a short-term deterioration of kidney function (eGFR) that often reverts to normal levels again. This is a development that must be observed and prevented.Our results show that intensified blood pressure control is associated with a reduction in glomerular function measured by eGFR, but within normal range. Our study concerns a common patient group at primary healthcare centres. When blood pressure treatment is initiated, or when treatment is increased via the general practitioner, it is common practice to arrange for a follow-up check of kidney function estimates such as creatinine and eGFR. In many cases, unfortunately not in accordance with proven science and experience, hypertension medication might be discontinued, or the dose reduced due to a short-term deterioration of kidney function (eGFR) that often reverts to normal levels again. This is a development that must be observed and prevented. Our results show that intensified blood pressure control is associated with a reduction in glomerular function measured by eGFR, but within normal range.