Effectiveness of digital health interventions on blood pressure control, lifestyle behaviours and adherence to medication in patients with hypertension in low-income and middle-income countries: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials

Key Points

• To evaluate the effectiveness of digital health interventions on blood pressure control, lifestyle behaviours, and medication adherence in hypertension patients in low- and middle-income countries.
• Conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
• Focused on patients with hypertension in low- and middle-income countries.
• Compared effectiveness based on WHO classifications.
• Digital health interventions improved blood pressure control compared to standard care (specific metrics not provided).
• Lifestyle behaviour changes were positive in patients engaged with digital interventions.
• Medication adherence rates were significantly higher among patients using digital health solutions.