Addressing Health Disparities in Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH) in Maryland (NCT06426004) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Addressing Health Disparities in Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH) in Maryland
United States660 participantsStarted 2027-08-01
Plain-language summary
The study aims to estimate Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH) prevalence and evaluate health equity gaps in Baltimore and Maryland based on zip codes and race, with a focus on the Black community. Interventions will include educational elements about NPH and three layers targeting patients, Primary Care Providers, and community health workers to enhance care access. Short-term outcomes will measure referrals to specialists, while long-term outcomes will assess healthcare utilization. The study aims to identify and reduce racial disparities in NPH care access, informing intervention strategies for NPH and other surgical areas.
Who can participate
Age range
65 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* People over 65 years old who have completed the Annual Wellness Survey (AWV) survey
* have a clinical profile in the Hopkins Epic data sets
* live in Maryland
Exclusion Criteria:
* People under 65 years old will be excluded if they have not completed the AWV survey
* do not live in Maryland
Community Health Worker (CHW) Inclusion Criteria:
* certified Community Health Workers from Maryland
* completed accredited training by the Maryland Department of Health
Primary Care Physician inclusion criteria:
* must have patients in Johns Hopkins University AWV
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
number of referrals
Timeframe: 6 months
2
number of screenings
Timeframe: 12 months
3
number of screenings
Timeframe: 24 months
Trial details
NCT IDNCT06426004
SponsorJohns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health