What question did this study set out to answer?

To identify key research priorities for hypertension management in the UK and Ireland using a consensus-driven approach.

January 17, 2026Journal of HypertensionOpen Access

Setting the UK research priorities for hypertension using a modified Delphi approach: a British and Irish Hypertension Society Initiative with Support from the British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative

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Key result

National consensus identifies 10 hypertension research priorities including digital monitoring, health equity, and treatment adherence.

Why the study?

Hypertension is the leading modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease in the UK and Ireland, yet significant implementation gaps and health inequalities in management persist.

Key Points

To identify key research priorities for hypertension management in the UK and Ireland using a consensus-driven approach.
Used a modified Delphi approach based on James Lind Alliance methodology
Engaged clinicians, allied health professionals, researchers, and patients
Conducted iterative surveys and a consensus workshop to refine research questions
Shortlisted 38 research questions from an initial list of 66
Developed a Top 10 list of hypertension research priorities
Identified key themes like digital monitoring, health inequalities, and treatment adherence

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Population

Clinicians, allied health professionals, researchers, and patients involved in hypertension research priority setting

Intervention

Modified Delphi approach informed by James Lind Alliance methodology

Outcome

Top 10 list of national hypertension research priorities

This initiative established the top 10 research priorities for hypertension in the UK and Ireland, emphasizing digital innovation, equity, and person-centered care to guide future funding and research.

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Implication

May direct UK/Ireland hypertension research funding to digital monitoring, equity, and adherence; leaves open which interventions will improve outcomes.

Cite This Study

Swift et al. (2026) studied this question. The Top 10 national research priorities for hypertension identified include digital monitoring, health equity, and treatment adherence to improve patient outcomes.

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Hypertension management

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Implication

May direct UK/Ireland hypertension research funding to digital monitoring, equity, and adherence; leaves open which interventions will improve outcomes.

Setting the UK research priorities for hypertension using a modified Delphi approach: a British and Irish Hypertension Society Initiative with Support from the British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative

Key Points

Structured PICO

Discussion

Implication

Cite This Study

Topics

Setting the UK research priorities for hypertension using a modified Delphi approach: a British and Irish Hypertension Society Initiative with Support from the British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative

Key Points

Structured PICO

Discussion

Implication

Cite This Study

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