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López Ferreruela I, Obón Azuara B, Malo Fumanal S, Rabanaque Hernández MJ, Aguilar-Palacio I. Gender inequalities in secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease: a scoping review. Int J Equity Health 2024; 23:146. [PMID: 39044250 PMCID: PMC11264402 DOI: 10.1186/s12939-024-02230-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2024] [Accepted: 07/09/2024] [Indexed: 07/25/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Despite significant progress in cardiovascular disease (CVD) management, it remains a public health priority and a global challenge. Within the disease process, health care after a cardiovascular event (secondary prevention) is essential to prevent recurrences. Nonetheless, evidence has suggested the existence of gender disparities in CVD management, leaving women in a vulnerable situation. The objective of this study is to identify all available evidence on the existence of gender differences in health care attention after a major adverse cardiovascular event. METHODS A scoping review following the structure of PRISMA-ScR was conducted. To define the inclusion criteria, we used Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) population, concept, context framework for scoping reviews. A systematic search was performed in MEDLINE (PubMed), EMBASE and Cochrane. The methods of this review are registered in the International Platform of Registered Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Protocols (INPLASY) (INPLASY202350084). RESULTS The initial search retrieved 3,322 studies. 26 articles were identified manually. After the reviewing process, 93 articles were finally included. The main intervention studied was the pharmacological treatment received (n = 61, 66%), distantly followed by guideline-recommended care (n = 26, 28%) and cardiac rehabilitation (CR) referral (n = 16)". Literature described gender differences in care and management of secondary prevention of CVD. Women were less frequently treated with guideline-recommended medications and seem more likely to be non-adherent. When analysing guideline recommendations, women were more likely to make dietary changes, however, men were more likely to increase physical activity. Studies also showed that women had lower rates of risk factor testing and cholesterol goals attainment. Female sex was associated with lower rates of cardiac rehabilitation referral and participation. CONCLUSIONS This review allowed us to compile knowledge on the existence of gender inequalities on the secondary prevention of CVD. Additional research is required to delve into various factors influencing therapeutic disparities, referral and non-participation in CR programs, among other aspects, in order to improve existing knowledge about the management and treatment of CVD in men and women. This approach is crucial to ensure the most equitable and effective attention to this issue.
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- Irene López Ferreruela
- Internal Medicine Service, Miguel Servet University Hospital, Saragossa, Spain.
- GRISSA Research Group. IIS Aragón, Aragon Health Sciences Institute, Saragossa, Spain.
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Zaragoza, Saragossa, Spain.
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- Intensive Medicine Service, Lozano Blesa University Hospital, Saragossa, Spain
- GRISSA Research Group. IIS Aragón, Aragon Health Sciences Institute, Saragossa, Spain
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- GRISSA Research Group. IIS Aragón, Aragon Health Sciences Institute, Saragossa, Spain
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Zaragoza, Saragossa, Spain
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- GRISSA Research Group. IIS Aragón, Aragon Health Sciences Institute, Saragossa, Spain
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Zaragoza, Saragossa, Spain
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- GRISSA Research Group. IIS Aragón, Aragon Health Sciences Institute, Saragossa, Spain
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Zaragoza, Saragossa, Spain
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Szadkowska I, Szmigielska K. The Clinical Outcome of Cardiac Rehabilitation in Coronary Artery Disease Patients with Regard to the Presence of Left Ventricular Systolic Dysfunction. J Clin Med 2024; 13:2969. [PMID: 38792510 PMCID: PMC11122244 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13102969] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2024] [Revised: 05/10/2024] [Accepted: 05/15/2024] [Indexed: 05/26/2024] Open
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Background: Despite the use of advanced treatment techniques, coronary artery disease (CAD) still remains the main cause of left ventricular (LV) dysfunction and heart failure. Participation in cardiac rehabilitation (CR) programs can lead to a number of beneficial effects, but some patients do not demonstrate the expected improvement. The aim of this study is to evaluate the impact of CR on changes in exercise capacity with regard to the presence of LV dysfunction. Methods: A group of 428 patients with CAD were consecutively admitted to an outpatient comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation program comprising 24 exercise sessions of interval training on cycle ergometers, three times a week for 45 min, and a health education. The patients were compared in two subgroups, i.e., with LV systolic dysfunction (LVEF < 50%, n = 175) and LVEF ≥ 50% (n = 253). Results: In the LVEF < 50% group, the exercise capacity improved by 1 ± 0.78 MET (median 1.15 MET), and 0.86 ± 0.77 MET (median 1.08 MET) in the LVEF ≥ 50% group. Women with LVEF < 50% demonstrated a significant increase in exercise capacity by 1.2 MET, while those with LVEF ≥ 50% did not display any such increase. All men, regardless of LVEF, exhibited a similar improvement in exercise capacity greater than 1 MET. Conclusions: An outpatient eight-week cardiac rehabilitation program based on 45 min aerobic interval training sessions three times a week appears less effective for women with CAD and EF ≥ 50%. In this group, the proposed training intervention is insufficient in improving exercise capacity to an extent that could indicate a reduction in mortality risk.
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- Iwona Szadkowska
- Department of Sports Medicine, Medical University of Lodz, 92-231 Lodz, Poland;
- Outpatient Rehabilitation Unit, Central Teaching Hospital of the Medical University of Lodz, Pomorska 251, 92-231 Lodz, Poland
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Medical University of Lodz, 92-231 Lodz, Poland;
- Outpatient Rehabilitation Unit, Central Teaching Hospital of the Medical University of Lodz, Pomorska 251, 92-231 Lodz, Poland
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Satish P, Avenatti E, Patel J, Agarwala A. Understanding the spectrum of cardiovascular risk in women - A primer for prevention. Prog Cardiovasc Dis 2024; 84:34-42. [PMID: 38710313 DOI: 10.1016/j.pcad.2024.05.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2024] [Accepted: 05/01/2024] [Indexed: 05/08/2024]
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Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death in women worldwide and the lifetime risk of CVD in women is similar to men. However, the pathophysiology of CVD varies between women and men necessitating a sex-specific understanding of cardiovascular (CV) risk. A belief that women have a lower CVD risk than men, and an underrepresentation in clinical research for many years has led to a paucity of evidence in the prevention and management of CVD in women. Many recent efforts have tried to bridge the gap. As a result, we now know that traditional risk factors impact CVD risk differently in women when compared with men. There are also numerous sex-specific and pregnancy related risk factors that modify the risk and can predict the future development of CVD in women. This is important as risk calculators, in general, tend to misclassify risk in young women with nontraditional CVD risk factors. To address this, guidelines have introduced the concept of risk enhancers that can suggest a higher risk. The use of coronary artery calcium score can further accurately delineate risk in these women, leading to an appropriate matching of therapy to underlying risk. This review discusses implementation strategies that are essential to mitigate disparities in CVD outcomes and optimizing CVD risk in women.
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- Priyanka Satish
- Center for Cardiovascular Prevention, Ascension Texas Cardiovascular, Dell Medical School, University of Texas, Austin, USA
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- Center for Cardiovascular Prevention, Ascension Texas Cardiovascular, Dell Medical School, University of Texas, Austin, USA
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- Johns Hopkins Ciccarone Center for the Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Center for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention, Baylor Scott and White Health Heart Hospital Baylor Plano, Plano, TX, USA.
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García-García D, Bazán MJA, Pérez-Rivas FJ. Correlation between Health and eHealth Literacy and a Healthy Lifestyle: A Cross-Sectional Study of Spanish Primary Healthcare Patients. Healthcare (Basel) 2023; 11:2980. [PMID: 37998472 PMCID: PMC10671402 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare11222980] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2023] [Revised: 11/12/2023] [Accepted: 11/16/2023] [Indexed: 11/25/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Health literacy and eHealth literacy play a crucial role in improving a community's ability to take care of themselves, ultimately leading to a reduction in disparities in health. Embracing a healthy way of living is vital in lessening the impact of illnesses and extending one's lifespan. This research delves into the link between the health and eHealth literacy levels of individuals accessing primary healthcare services and investigates how this relates to adopting a health-conscious lifestyle. METHODS The approach involves a cross-sectional examination carried out at a healthcare facility in the Madrid region of Spain, focusing on adult patients who are in need of primary care nursing services. Health and eHealth literacy and a healthy lifestyle were measured using the Health Literacy Questionnaire (HLQ), the eHealth Literacy Questionnaire (eHLQ), and the "PA100" questionnaire, respectively. RESULTS Only some of the dimensions of the HLQ and eHLQ were significantly related to a healthy lifestyle, predominantly with a very low or low relationship. Dimension three of the HLQ and dimension five of the eHLQ acquired more importance and were positioned as positive predictors of a healthy lifestyle. CONCLUSIONS This study helps comprehend the relationship between health and eHealth literacy and a healthy lifestyle, which provides information that contributes to understanding the factors that might have a higher impact on lifestyles.
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- David García-García
- Nursing Primary Health Care Service of Madrid, 28004 Madrid, Spain
- Grupo de Investigación UCM “Salud Pública-Estilos de Vida, Metodología Enfermera y Cuidados en el Entorno Comunitario”, Departamento de Enfermería, Facultad de Enfermería, Fisioterapia y Podología, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain; (M.J.A.B.); (F.J.P.-R.)
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- Grupo de Investigación UCM “Salud Pública-Estilos de Vida, Metodología Enfermera y Cuidados en el Entorno Comunitario”, Departamento de Enfermería, Facultad de Enfermería, Fisioterapia y Podología, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain; (M.J.A.B.); (F.J.P.-R.)
- Academia Central de la Defensa, Escuela Militar de Sanidad, Ministerio de Defensa, 28040 Madrid, Spain
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- Grupo de Investigación UCM “Salud Pública-Estilos de Vida, Metodología Enfermera y Cuidados en el Entorno Comunitario”, Departamento de Enfermería, Facultad de Enfermería, Fisioterapia y Podología, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain; (M.J.A.B.); (F.J.P.-R.)
- Red de Investigación en Cronicidad, Atención Primaria y Promoción de la Salud—RICAPPS—(RICORS), Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Hospital 12 de Octubre (Imas12), 28041 Madrid, Spain
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Marschner S, Wing-Lun E, Chow C, Maple-Brown L, Graham S, Nicholls SJ, Brown A, Wood A, Ihdayhid A, Von Huben A, Zaman S. Randomised clinical trial using Coronary Artery Calcium Scoring in Australian Women with Novel Cardiovascular Risk Factors (CAC-WOMEN Trial): study protocol. BMJ Open 2022; 12:e062685. [PMID: 36549726 PMCID: PMC9772643 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-062685] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2022] [Accepted: 12/02/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death in women around the world. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women (Australian Indigenous women) have a high burden of CVD, occurring on average 10-20 years earlier than non-Indigenous women. Traditional risk prediction tools (eg, Framingham) underpredict CVD risk in women and Indigenous people and do not consider female-specific 'risk-enhancers' such as hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP), gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and premature menopause. A CT coronary artery calcium score ('CT-calcium score') can detect calcified atherosclerotic plaque well before the onset of symptoms, being the single best predictor for future cardiac events. A CT-calcium score may therefore help physicians intensify medical therapy in women with risk-enhancing factors. METHODS AND ANALYSIS This multisite, single-blind randomised (1:1) controlled trial of 700 women will assess the effectiveness of a CT-calcium score-guided approach on cardiovascular risk factor control and healthy lifestyle adherence, compared with standard care. Women without CVD aged 40-65 (35-65 for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women) at low-intermediate risk on standard risk calculators and with at least one risk-enhancing factor (eg, HDP, GDM, premature menopause) will be recruited. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women will be actively recruited, aiming for ~10% of the sample size. The 6-month coprimary outcomes will be low-density lipoprotein cholesterol and systolic blood pressure. Barriers and enablers will be assessed, and a health economic analysis performed. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION Western Sydney Local Health District Research Ethics Committee (HREC 2021/ETH11250) provided ethics approval. Written informed consent will be obtained before randomisation. Consent will be sought for access to individual participant Medicare Benefits Schedule, Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme claims usage through Medicare Australia and linked Admitted Patient Data Collection. Study results will be disseminated via peer-reviewed publications and presentations at national and international conferences. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER ACTRN12621001738819p.
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- Simone Marschner
- Westmead Applied Research Centre, The University of Sydney Faculty of Medicine and Health, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Westmead Applied Research Centre, The University of Sydney Faculty of Medicine and Health, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Tiwi, Northern Territory, Australia
- Department of Cardiology, Royal Darwin Hospital, Tiwi, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Westmead Applied Research Centre, The University of Sydney Faculty of Medicine and Health, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Department of Cardiology, Westmead Hospital, Westmead, New South Wales, Australia
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- Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Tiwi, Northern Territory, Australia
- Department of Endocrinology, Royal Darwin Hospital, Tiwi, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Advisory Group, Diabetes across the Lifecourse: Northern Australia Partnership, Menzies School of Health Research, Tiwi, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Monash Heart, Monash Health, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
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- Indigenous Genomics, Australian National University, Canberra, ACT, Australia
- Telethon Kids Institute, Perth Children's Hospital, Nedlands, WA, Australia
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- Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Tiwi, Northern Territory, Australia
- Department of Endocrinology, Royal Darwin Hospital, Tiwi, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Fiona Stanley Hospital, Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research, Perth, Western Australia, Australia
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- Menzies Centre for Health Policy and Economics, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Sydney School of Public Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Westmead Applied Research Centre, The University of Sydney Faculty of Medicine and Health, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Department of Cardiology, Westmead Hospital, Westmead, New South Wales, Australia
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Vanzella LM, Pakosh M, Oh P, Ghisi G. Health-related information needs and preferences for information of individuals with cardiovascular disease from underserved populations: A systematic review. PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING 2022; 105:3398-3409. [PMID: 36167758 DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2022.09.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2022] [Revised: 09/11/2022] [Accepted: 09/12/2022] [Indexed: 05/10/2023]
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OBJECTIVE This systematic review aimed to identify the information needs and preferences of individuals with CVD from underserved populations. METHODS Five databases were searched from data inception to February 2022. Pilot and case report studies, non-peer-reviewed literature, and studies published in a language other than English, Portuguese, or Spanish were excluded. Structured and thematic analysis of all included studies were performed. The Critical Appraisal Skills Program and the Downs and Black Checklist were used to assess the quality of the qualitative and quantitative studies, respectively. RESULTS Of 35,698 initial records, 19 studies were included, most in observational design and classified as "fair" quality. Underserved populations - women, people living in rural areas, ethnic minority groups, older people, and those with low socioeconomic status - presented unique needs in four main groups, with some similarities across them: information about CVD, primary and secondary prevention of CVD, CVD management, and health care, policies and practices. Across the studies there was a lack of standardization on how individuals' needs were assessed and reported. CONCLUSION Underserved populations with CVD have unique information needs and preferences that should be address during their care. PRACTICAL IMPLICATION Information from this study may assist health care professionals with the development of comprehensive strategies to improve their provision of care for specific CVD patient groups.
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- Library & Information Services, University Health Network, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- University Health Network, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, Ontario, Canada
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- University Health Network, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, Ontario, Canada.
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Hernandez L, Laucyte-Cibulskiene A, Ward LJ, Kautzky-Willer A, Herrero MT, Norris CM, Raparelli V, Pilote L, Stenvinkel P, Kublickiene K. Gender dimension in cardio-pulmonary continuum. Front Cardiovasc Med 2022; 9:916194. [PMID: 36003909 PMCID: PMC9393639 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2022.916194] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2022] [Accepted: 07/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Cardio-pulmonary diseases, which were once regarded as a man's illness, have been one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality for both men and women in many countries in recent years. Both gender and sex influence the functional and structural changes in the human body and therefore play an important role in disease clinical manifestation, treatment choice, and/or response to treatment and prognosis of health outcomes. The gender dimension integrates sex and gender analysis in health sciences and medical research, however, it is still relatively overlooked suggesting the need for empowerment in the medical research community. Latest advances in the field of cardiovascular research have provided supportive evidence that the application of biological variables of sex has led to the understanding that heart disease in females may have different pathophysiology compared to males, particularly in younger adults. It has also resulted in new diagnostic techniques and a better understanding of symptomatology, while gender analysis has informed more appropriate risk stratification and prevention strategies. The existing knowledge in the pulmonary field shows the higher prevalence of pulmonary disorders among females, however, the role of gender as a socio-cultural construct has yet to be explored for the implementation of targeted interventions. The purpose of this review is to introduce the concept of gender dimension and its importance for the cardiopulmonary continuum with a focus on shared pathophysiology and disease presentation in addition to interrelation with chronic kidney disease. The review presents basic knowledge of what gender dimension means, and the application of sex and gender aspects in cardiovascular medicine with a specific focus on early pulmonary development, pulmonary hypertension, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Early vascular aging and inflammation have been presented as a potential pathophysiological link, with further interactions between the cardiopulmonary continuum and chronic kidney disease. Finally, implications for potential future research have been provided to increase the impact of gender dimension on research excellence that would add value to everybody, foster toward precision medicine and ultimately improve human health.
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- Leah Hernandez
- Division of Renal Medicine, Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Division of Renal Medicine, Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
- Department of Nephrology, Lund University, Skåne University Hospital, Malmö, Sweden
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- Division of Renal Medicine, Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
- Department of Forensic Genetics and Forensic Toxicology, National Board of Forensic Medicine, Linköping, Sweden
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- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Medicine III, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Clinical and Experimental Neuroscience, Institutes for Aging Research and Bio-Health Research of Murcia, School of Medicine, University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
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- Faculty of Nursing, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada
- Cardiovascular and Stroke Strategic Clinical Network, Alberta Health Services, Edmonton, AB, Canada
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- Faculty of Nursing, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada
- Department of Translational Medicine, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
- University Center for Studies on Gender Medicine, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
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- Division of Clinical Epidemiology, Research Institute of McGill University Health Centre, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Division of Renal Medicine, Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Division of Renal Medicine, Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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Cartledge S, Driscoll A, Dinh D, O'Neil A, Thomas E, Brennan AL, Liew D, Lefkovits J, Stub D. Trends and Predictors of Cardiac Rehabilitation Referral Following Percutaneous Coronary Intervention: A Prospective, Multi-Site Study of 41,739 Patients From the Victorian Cardiac Outcomes Registry (2017-2020). Heart Lung Circ 2022; 31:1247-1254. [PMID: 35643797 DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2022.04.050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2021] [Revised: 03/30/2022] [Accepted: 04/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Following percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), outpatient cardiac rehabilitation (CR) is essential for secondary prevention. However uptake of CR is suboptimal, despite strong evidence demonstrating benefits. The aim of this study was to identify contemporary trends and predictors of CR referral of PCI patients in Victoria. METHODS A prospective, observational study using data extracted from the Victorian Cardiac Outcomes Registry was undertaken. A total of 41,739 patients were discharged following PCI over the study period (2017-2020) and included for analysis. RESULTS Cardiac rehabilitation referral was 85%, with an increasing trend over time (p<0.001). Multivariable modelling identifying the independent predictors of CR referral included hospitals with high volumes of ST-elevation myocardial infarction patients (STEMI) (OR 4.89, 95% CI 4.41-5.20), STEMI diagnosis (OR 1.90, 95% CI 1.69-2.14), or treatment in a private hospital (OR 1.45, 95% CI 1.33-1.57). Predictors of non-referral included cardiogenic shock (OR 0.54, 95% CI 0.41-0.71), aged over 75 years (OR 0.62, 95% CI 0.57-0.68) and previous PCI (OR 0.66, 95% CI 0.62-0.70). Percutaneous coronary intervention patients with an acute coronary syndrome who were referred to CR were also more likely to be prescribed four or more major preventive pharmacotherapies, compared to those who were not referred (90% vs 82.1%, p<0.001). CONCLUSION Our contemporary multicentre analysis showed generally high CR referral rates which have increased over time. However, more effort is needed to target patients treated in the public sector, low volume STEMI hospitals or with short lengths of stay.
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- Susie Cartledge
- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Vic, Australia; Department of Cardiology, The Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, Vic, Australia.
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Vic, Australia; School of Nursing and Midwifery, Deakin University, Geelong, Vic, Australia; Department of Cardiology, Austin Health, Melbourne, Vic, Australia
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Vic, Australia
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- Food and Mood Centre, IMPACT Institute, Deakin University, Geelong, Vic, Australia
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- Centre for Online Health, Centre for Health Services Research, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Qld, Australia
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Vic, Australia; Department of Cardiology, The Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, Vic, Australia
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Vic, Australia
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Vic, Australia; Department of Cardiology, Royal Melbourne Hospital, Melbourne, Vic, Australia
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Vic, Australia; Department of Cardiology, The Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, Vic, Australia; Department of Cardiology, Western Health, Melbourne, Vic, Australia; Centre for Research and Evaluation, Ambulance Victoria, Melbourne, Vic, Australia; Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute, Melbourne, Vic, Australia
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Szmigielska K, Jegier A. Clinical Outcomes of Cardiac Rehabilitation in Women with Coronary Artery Disease-Differences in Comparison with Men. J Pers Med 2022; 12:600. [PMID: 35455717 PMCID: PMC9027960 DOI: 10.3390/jpm12040600] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2022] [Revised: 04/03/2022] [Accepted: 04/06/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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This study evaluated the clinical outcomes of cardiac rehabilitation (CR) in women with coronary artery disease (CAD) in comparison to men. Methods: Patients after acute coronary syndrome or after revascularization procedures (106 women, 180 men) were consecutively admitted to a comprehensive outpatient CR program, comprising of 45-min ergometer interval training three times a week for eight weeks. The training intensity was determined on the basis of training heart rate, calculated following an exercise test. Patients were divided into subgroups according to age (≤55, >55 years), BMI (<25, ≥25 kg/m2), left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF; ≤40%, 41−49%, ≥50%), and number of affected coronary vessels. Results: After eight weeks, exercise capacity increased significantly by 0.6 ± 0.77 MET (women) and by 1.0 ± 0.74 MET (men). The greatest benefit was observed in men, women under 55 years, women with LVEF 41−49%, and women with single-vessel CAD. An outpatient CR program appears less beneficial for women, especially those over 55 years, with two or three coronary vessels affected with atherosclerosis or with LVEF > 50%. In women with CAD, eight weeks of 45-min interval training, with sessions three times a week, is insufficient to improve exercise capacity to an extent that is considered a predictor of mortality risk reduction.
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- Katarzyna Szmigielska
- Department of Sports Medicine, Medical University of Lodz, Pomorska 251, 92-213 Łódź, Poland;
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Steca P, Adorni R, Greco A, Zanatta F, Fattirolli F, Franzelli C, Giannattasio C, D'Addario M. Impulsivity assessed ten years earlier and sociodemographic factors predict adherence to COVID-19 related behavioral restrictions in old individuals with hypertension. BMC Public Health 2022; 22:185. [PMID: 35086527 PMCID: PMC8793092 DOI: 10.1186/s12889-022-12624-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2021] [Accepted: 01/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND The COVID-19 pandemic has had clear and dramatic repercussions on health, the economy, and psychosocial well-being. Behavioral measures, such as wearing facemasks and maintaining distance from others, have proven crucial in fighting the contagion's spread. This study aimed to investigate Type A personality traits and sociodemographic predictors of adherence to governmental measures in a sample of frail individuals. METHODS A sample of 105 Italians over age 60 (Mean age = 70 years; 60.6% male) affected by hypertension who participated in a previous longitudinal study were assessed through a telephone structured interview. Sociodemographic information and Type A personality traits were retrieved from the original longitudinal study. Adherence behaviors were investigated through several questions regarding the compliance with home confinement, the use of facemasks and the observance of social distancing. Repeated measures Analyses of Variance (RMANOVA), Reliable Change Index, and binomial logistic regression analysis were performed. RESULTS Only 33.3% of the participants reported adherence to all the governmental COVID-19 measures. Being a woman (OR = 4.84; 95% CI = 1.58, 14.90; p < 0.01), being retired (OR = 4.89; 95% CI = 1.09, 21.86; p < 0.05), and suffering from hypertension for a relatively short time (OR = 4.20; 95% CI = 1.22, 14.44; p < 0.05) positively predicted adherence to the governmental measures. Impulsivity resulted in a stable personality characteristic over the last ten years (p = 0.30). Having high levels of impulsivity (OR = 2.28; 95% CI = 1.13, 4.59; p < 0.05) negatively predicted adherence. CONCLUSIONS Our results demonstrate that impulsivity is a stable personality facet that can have a robust negative impact on adherence behaviors to health claims. Overall, results show the importance to tailor communication strategies that consider the role of sociodemographic indicators and impulsivity to achieve a high level of adherence.
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Affiliation(s)
- Patrizia Steca
- Department of Psychology, University of Milano-Bicocca, Piazza dell'Ateneo Nuovo 1, 20126, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Psychology, University of Milano-Bicocca, Piazza dell'Ateneo Nuovo 1, 20126, Milan, Italy.
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- Department of Human and Social Sciences, University of Bergamo, Bergamo, Italy
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- Department of Psychology, University of Milano-Bicocca, Piazza dell'Ateneo Nuovo 1, 20126, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Critical Care, Cardiac Rehabilitation Unit, University of Florence, Florence, Italy.,Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria Careggi, Florence, Italy
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- School of Medicine and Surgery University of Milano-Bicocca, Milan, Italy.,Cardiology IV, "A. De Gasperis" Department, Ospedale Niguarda Ca' Granda, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Psychology, University of Milano-Bicocca, Piazza dell'Ateneo Nuovo 1, 20126, Milan, Italy
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OUP accepted manuscript. Eur J Cardiovasc Nurs 2022; 21:717-723. [DOI: 10.1093/eurjcn/zvab129] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2021] [Revised: 11/24/2021] [Accepted: 12/17/2021] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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Martínez-Sellés H, Martínez-Sellés D, Martínez-Sellés M. Sex, Lies, and Coronary Artery Disease. J Clin Med 2021; 10:jcm10143114. [PMID: 34300280 PMCID: PMC8304578 DOI: 10.3390/jcm10143114] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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- Medical School of the Complutense, University of Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain;
- Cardiology Department, Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Marañón, Calle Doctor Esquerdo, 46, 28007 Madrid, Spain
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +34-915-868-293; Fax: +34-915-868-276
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Zaman S, Chow C, Lam CSP, Saw J, Nicholls SJ, Figtree GA. Heart Disease in Women: Where Are We Now and What is The Future? Heart Lung Circ 2020; 30:1-2. [PMID: 33261741 DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2020.11.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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- Sarah Zaman
- Westmead Applied Research Centre, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia; Department of Cardiology, Westmead Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia.
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- Westmead Applied Research Centre, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia; Department of Cardiology, Westmead Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- National Heart Center Singapore, and Duke National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Division of Cardiology, Vancouver General Hospital, British Columbia, Canada
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- MonashHeart, Monash Health, Melbourne, Vic, Australia; Victorian Heart Institute, Monash University, Melbourne, Vic, Australia
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- Kolling Institute, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia; Department of Cardiology, Royal North Shore Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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