Background: The low implementation rate of guideline-directed medical therapy for heart failure (HF) remains a problem worldwide. To address this issue, we hypothesized that a smartphone application (app) based on behavioral economics that nudges physicians and patients towards optimal medical therapy would be a scalable approach.Methods and Results: The app prototype was developed, and its usability was tested with 5 HF patients in the outpatient setting. Adherence to the app was outstanding, with a high usability rating from the patients.Conclusions: It appears feasible to further study our app in a larger cohort to evaluate its efficacy.
A smartphone app was developed to nudge heart failure patients toward guideline-directed medical therapy. The apps excellent usability will prompt further study to assess its effectiveness.
By Kosuke Hayashi
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A smartphone app was developed to nudge heart failure patients toward guideline-directed medical therapy. The apps excellent usability will prompt further study to assess its effectiveness.
By Kosuke Hayashi
https://t.co/5lX9gK1CTB
#circ_rep #CardioTwitter https://t.co/cK0gp1MSlH