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Sanders KH, Carver K, Eggleton E, Pugh PJ, Walker L, Azzawi M. Perceived benefits of patient support groups and their format for people with an implantable cardioverter defibrillator. Heart Lung 2024; 67:152-157. [PMID: 38762963 DOI: 10.1016/j.hrtlng.2024.05.005] [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: 02/21/2024] [Revised: 04/17/2024] [Accepted: 05/06/2024] [Indexed: 05/21/2024]
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BACKGROUND Support groups for people with Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators (ICDs) are widely used, however, it is not clear what people with ICDs gain from a support group or what format they should take. OBJECTIVES The aim of the present study is to define the perceived benefit of ICD support groups and develop practical recommendations for group format. METHODS 14 individuals with ICDs were interviewed using a semi-structured interview guide. Reflexive thematic analysis methods were utilised to code and analyse the transcripts before generating themes. RESULTS Four themes were defined: confronting mortality, coping through sharing, coping through learning, and providing space. Making connections with other people with ICDs, reassurance, access to information, and advice from health care professionals were important perceived benefits of the support group. CONCLUSION People with ICDs may have to confront their own mortality and adapt to considerable life changes after implant. The findings from the present study have improved understanding of how support groups are perceived and how ICD indication and group format influence the experience. A blended format of in-person community meetings, online forums, HCP-led education and space for person-person interaction is recommended. Importantly, provision of support should not be time-limited to allow people to access it when it most likely to be of benefit to them.
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- Katie H Sanders
- Department of Life Sciences, Manchester Metropolitan University, UK; Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, England.
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- Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, England
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- Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, England
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- Department of Psychology, Manchester Metropolitan University, UK
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- Department of Life Sciences, Manchester Metropolitan University, UK
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Chen PY, Chou CY, Lien MH, Chen SW, Lu SH, Lo C. Psychological factors associated with exercise self-efficacy in the recipients of an implantable cardioverter defibrillator. PLoS One 2024; 19:e0305606. [PMID: 38917145 PMCID: PMC11198776 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0305606] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2023] [Accepted: 06/03/2024] [Indexed: 06/27/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Insufficient exercise affects the health of patients who have implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICD). The purpose of this study was to investigate the correlations between exercise self-efficacy (ESE) and its associated psychological factors in ICD recipients. METHODS This cross-sectional study included individuals who had undergone ICD implantation at the cardiology department of a medical centre in Taiwan. A face-to-face survey was conducted. The survey questionnaire included questions regarding the participants' demographics, perceived health (PH), ICD shock-related anxiety (ICD-SRA), self-care self-efficacy (SSE), perceived exercise benefit (PE-benefit), perceived exercise barrier (PE-barrier), and ESE. Data were analysed using SPSS 20.0 Software. Stepwise multiple regression analyses were also performed to evaluate the predictive effects of the aforementioned factors on ESE. RESULTS A total of 52 ICD recipients were enrolled. ESE was negatively correlated with ICD-SRA (r = -0.511; p < 0.01) and PE-barrier (r = -0.563; p < 0.01), but positively correlated with SSE (r = 0.339; p < 0.05) and PE-benefit (r = 0.464; p < 0.01). The stepwise multiple regression analysis revealed that PE-barrier, PE-benefit, and ICD-SRA effectively predicted ESE in the participants. CONCLUSIONS ESE may be improved by overcoming PE-barrier, ICD-SRA and enhancing PE-benefit. Consequently, improving ESE may enhance the health benefits of exercise.
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- Pei-Yun Chen
- Department of Nursing, Jen-Teh Junior College of Medicine Nursing and Management, Miaoli County, Taiwan, R.O.C
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- Department of Nursing, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan, R.O.C
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- Department of Nursing, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan, R.O.C
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- Department of Nursing, Central Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Taichung, Taiwan, R.O.C
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- Department of Nursing, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan, R.O.C
- School and Graduate Institute of Nursing, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan, R.O.C
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- Department of Nursing, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan, R.O.C
- School and Graduate Institute of Nursing, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan, R.O.C
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Rosenkranz SH, Wichmand CH, Smedegaard L, Møller S, Bjerre J, Schou M, Torp-Pedersen C, Philbert BT, Larroudé C, Melchior TM, Nielsen JC, Johansen JB, Riahi S, Holmberg T, Gislason G, Ruwald AC. Workforce affiliation in primary and secondary prevention implantable cardioverter defibrillator patients: a nationwide Danish study. EUROPEAN HEART JOURNAL. QUALITY OF CARE & CLINICAL OUTCOMES 2024; 10:314-325. [PMID: 37682525 DOI: 10.1093/ehjqcco/qcad054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2023] [Revised: 08/29/2023] [Accepted: 09/06/2023] [Indexed: 09/09/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND AIM There are a paucity of studies investigating workforce affiliation in connection with first-time implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD)-implantation. This study explored workforce affiliation and risk markers associated with not returning to work in patients with ICDs. METHODS Using the nationwide Danish registers, patients with a first-time ICD-implantation between 2007 and 2017 and of working age (30-65 years) were identified. Descriptive statistic and logistic regression models were used to describe workforce affiliation and to estimate risk markers associated with not returning to work, respectively. All analyses were stratified by indication for implantation (primary and secondary prevention). RESULTS Of the 4659 ICD-patients of working age, 3300 patients (71%) were members of the workforce (employed, on sick leave or unemployed) (primary: 1428 (43%); secondary:1872 (57%)). At baseline, 842 primary and 1477 secondary prevention ICD-patients were employed. Of those employed at baseline, 81% primary and 75% secondary prevention ICD-patients returned to work within 1 year, whereof more than 80% remained employed the following year. Among patients receiving sick leave benefits at baseline, 25% were employed after 1 year. Risk markers of not returning to work were 'younger age' in primary prevention ICD-patients, while 'female sex', left ventricular ejection fraction 'LVEF ≤40', 'lower income', and '≥3 comorbidities' were risk markers in secondary prevention ICD-patients. Lower educational level was a risk marker in both patient groups. CONCLUSION High return-to-work proportions following ICD-implantation, with a subsequent high level of employment maintenance were found. Several significant risk markers of not returning to work were identified including 'lower educational level' that posed a risk in both patient groups. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER Capital Region of Denmark, P-2019-051.
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- Simone H Rosenkranz
- Department of Cardiology, Copenhagen University Hospital, Herlev and Gentofte, Hellerup, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology, Copenhagen University Hospital, Herlev and Gentofte, Hellerup, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology, Copenhagen University Hospital, Herlev and Gentofte, Hellerup, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology, Copenhagen University Hospital, Herlev and Gentofte, Hellerup, Denmark
- The Emergency Medical Services Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology, Copenhagen University Hospital, Herlev and Gentofte, Hellerup, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology, Copenhagen University Hospital, Herlev and Gentofte, Hellerup, Denmark
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- Department of Public Health, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Department of Cardiology, Nordsjaellands Hospital, Hillerød, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology, Copenhagen University Hospital Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology, Copenhagen University Hospital, Herlev and Gentofte, Hellerup, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology, Zealand University Hospital, Roskilde, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology, Aarhus University Hospital and Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Medicine, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology, Copenhagen University Hospital, Herlev and Gentofte, Hellerup, Denmark
- The Danish Heart Foundation, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology, Copenhagen University Hospital Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Department of Cardiology, Zealand University Hospital, Roskilde, Denmark
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van der Stuijt W, Pepplinkhuizen S, de Veld JA, Quast ABE, van Halm VP, Bijsterveld NR, Olde Nordkamp LRA, Wilde AAM, Smeding L, Knops RE. Defibrillation threshold in elective subcutaneous implantable defibrillator generator replacements: Time to reduce the size of the pulse generator? Int J Cardiol 2024; 398:131639. [PMID: 38065323 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcard.2023.131639] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2023] [Revised: 11/11/2023] [Accepted: 12/03/2023] [Indexed: 01/23/2024]
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INTRODUCTION The first step-down defibrillation studies in the subcutaneous implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (S-ICD) described a defibrillation threshold (DFT) of 32.5 ± 17.0 J and 36.6 ± 19.8 J. Therefore, the default shock output of the S-ICD was set at 80 J. In de novo implants, the DFT is lower in optimally positioned S-ICDs. However, a retrospective analysis raised concerns about a high DFT in S-ICD replacements, possibly related to fibrosis. OBJECTIVE We aimed to find the DFT in patients undergoing S-ICD generator replacement. METHODS This prospective study enrolled patients who underwent S-ICD generator replacement with subsequent defibrillation testing. A pre-specified defibrillation testing protocol was used to determine the DFT, defined as the lowest shock output that effectively terminated the induced ventricular arrhythmia. RESULTS A total of 45 patients were enrolled, 6.0 ± 2.1 years after initial implant. Mean DFT during replacement in the total cohort was 27.4 ± 14.3 J. In patients with a body mass index (BMI) 18.5-25 kg/m2 (N = 22, BMI 22.5 ± 1.6), median DFT was 20 J (IQR 17.5-30). In 18/22 patients, the DFT was ≤30 J and 5/22 patients were successfully defibrillated at 10 J. One patient with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy had a DFT of 65 J. In patients with a BMI >25 kg/m2 (N = 23, BMI 29.5 ± 4.2), median DFT was 30 J (IQR 20-40). In 15/23 patients, the DFT was ≤30 J and 4/23 patients had a successful defibrillation test at 10 J. CONCLUSIONS This study eases concerns about a high DFT after S-ICD generator replacement. The majority of patients had a DFT ≤30 J, regardless of BMI, suggesting that the shock output of the S-ICD could be safely reduced.
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- W van der Stuijt
- Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam, Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Heart Failure and Arrhythmias, Meibergdreef 9, 1105AZ Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
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- Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam, Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Heart Failure and Arrhythmias, Meibergdreef 9, 1105AZ Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam, Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Heart Failure and Arrhythmias, Meibergdreef 9, 1105AZ Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam, Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Heart Failure and Arrhythmias, Meibergdreef 9, 1105AZ Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Amsterdam UMC, Location VUmc, Department of Cardiology, Boelelaan 1117, 1081 HV Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam, Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Heart Failure and Arrhythmias, Meibergdreef 9, 1105AZ Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam, Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Heart Failure and Arrhythmias, Meibergdreef 9, 1105AZ Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam, Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Heart Failure and Arrhythmias, Meibergdreef 9, 1105AZ Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam, Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Heart Failure and Arrhythmias, Meibergdreef 9, 1105AZ Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam, Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Heart Failure and Arrhythmias, Meibergdreef 9, 1105AZ Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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Lin Y, Cai H, Liu HH, Su XJ, Zhou CY, Li J, Tang YL, Jackson T, Xiang YT. Prevalence of depression and its association with quality of life in patients after pacemaker implantation during the COVID-19 pandemic: A network analysis. Front Psychiatry 2023; 14:1084792. [PMID: 37009113 PMCID: PMC10060541 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2023.1084792] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2022] [Accepted: 02/27/2023] [Indexed: 03/17/2023] Open
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BackgroundThis study was designed to investigate the prevalence and predictors of depression in patients after pacemaker implantation during the COVID-19 pandemic in addition to identifying specific depressive symptoms associated with quality of life (QOL) using network analysis (NA).MethodsThis cross-sectional, observational study was conducted in China between July 1, 2021, and May 17, 2022. Descriptive analysis was used to calculate depression prevalence. Univariate analyses were used to compare differences in demographic and clinical characteristics between depressed and non-depressed patients following pacemaker implantation. Binary logistic regression analysis was used to assess factors independently associated with depression. Network analysis “expected influence,” and flow function indexes were used to identify symptoms central to the depression network of the sample and depressive symptoms that were directly associated with QOL, respectively. Network stability was examined using a case-dropping bootstrap procedure.ResultsIn total, 206 patients implanted with a pacemaker met the study entry criteria and completed the assessment. The overall prevalence of depression (PHQ-9 total score ≥ 5) was 39.92% [95% confidence interval (CI) = 29.37−42.47%]. A binary logistic regression analysis revealed that patients with depression were more likely to report a poor health status (p = 0.031), severe anxiety symptoms (p < 0.001), and fatigue (p < 0.001). In the network model for depression, “Sad mood,” “Poor Energy,” and “Guilt” were the most influential symptoms. “Fatigue” had the strongest negative association with QOL, followed by “Sad mood” and “Appetite”.ConclusionDepression is common among patients having undergone pacemaker implantation during the COVID-19 pandemic. Anxiety, central symptoms of depression (i.e., “Sad mood”, “Poor Energy”, and “Guilt”) and depressive symptoms linked to QOL (i.e., “Sad mood”, “Appetite”, and “Fatigue”) identified in this study are promising targets for interventions and preventive measures for depression in patients who have undergone pacemaker implants.
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- Yun Lin
- Department of Cardiology, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Yun Lin,
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- Unit of Psychiatry, Department of Public Health and Medicinal Administration, Institute of Translational Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Macau, Macao, Macao SAR, China
- Centre for Cognitive and Brain Sciences, University of Macau, Macao, Macao SAR, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- The National Clinical Research Center for Mental Disorders and Beijing Key Laboratory of Mental Disorders, Beijing Anding Hospital and the Advanced Innovation Center for Human Brain Protection, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- The National Clinical Research Center for Mental Disorders and Beijing Key Laboratory of Mental Disorders, Beijing Anding Hospital and the Advanced Innovation Center for Human Brain Protection, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- The National Clinical Research Center for Mental Disorders and Beijing Key Laboratory of Mental Disorders, Beijing Anding Hospital and the Advanced Innovation Center for Human Brain Protection, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, United States
- Atlanta VA Medical Center, Atlanta, GA, United States
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- Department of Psychology, University of Macau, Macao, Macao SAR, China
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- Unit of Psychiatry, Department of Public Health and Medicinal Administration, Institute of Translational Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Macau, Macao, Macao SAR, China
- Centre for Cognitive and Brain Sciences, University of Macau, Macao, Macao SAR, China
- *Correspondence: Yu-Tao Xiang,
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Heidari M, Harandi PN, Moghaddasi J, Kheiri S, Azhari A. Effect of Home-Based Cardiac Rehabilitation Program on Self-Efficacy of Patients With Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator. SAGE Open Nurs 2023; 9:23779608231166473. [PMID: 37124375 PMCID: PMC10134157 DOI: 10.1177/23779608231166473] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2022] [Revised: 02/18/2023] [Accepted: 03/07/2023] [Indexed: 05/02/2023] Open
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Introduction For more effective control and treatment of cardiac dysrhythmias caused by diseases, ischemia, or other causes, an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) is used. One of the effective ways for secondary prevention is the home-based cardiac rehabilitation (HBCR) which nurses have an effective role in its implementation. Objective The study aimed to investigate the effect of implementing HBCR programs on the self-efficacy of patients with ICD. Methods This is a semi-experimental study conducted on 70 patients who received ICD in Shahid Chamran Heart Center of Isfahan University of Medical Sciences (IUMS) in 2021. The patients were randomly assigned to intervention and control groups and were introduced to the practical concepts of HBCR during four training sessions. In the following, 3-month follow-up and trainings were continued by home visits, telephone follow-up, and use of social messaging networks due to the conditions of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. The data were analyzed with SPSS/21. Results The findings showed that performing HBCR programs was effective in improving the self-efficacy of patients with ICDs. A significant trend in the implementation of the HBCR programs in two groups was shown using chi-square test and independent t-test and variance with repeated measurements (p < .001). There was no significant difference in self-efficacy score in both groups at the beginning of the study (p < .056). Conclusion Considering the effectiveness of HBCR programs on improving the self-efficacy of patients with ICDs, it can be used in the educational care programs of healthcare workers and in the strategic policies of health care services.
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- Mohammad Heidari
- Community-Oriented Nursing Midwifery
Research Center, Nursing and Midwifery School, Shahrekord University of Medical
Sciences, Shahrekord, Iran
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahrekord University of Medical
Sciences, Shahrekord, Iran
- Parviz Nadimi Harandi, School of Nursing
and Midwifery, Ayatollah Kashani Blvd, Shahrekord University of Medical
Sciences, Shahrekord, Iran.
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- Department of Adults and Geriatric
Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahrekord University of Medical
Sciences, Shahrekord, Iran
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- Department of Epidemiology and
Biostatistics, School of Health, Modeling in Health Research Center, Shahrekord University of Medical
Sciences, Shahrekord, Iran
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- Department of Cardiology, School of
Medicine Chamran Hospital, Isfahan University of Medical
Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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Andersen CM, Johansen JB, Wehberg S, Nielsen JC, Riahi S, Haarbo J, Philbert BT, Pedersen SS. Sex differences in the course of implantable cardioverter defibrillator concerns (Results from the Danish national DEFIB-WOMEN study). J Psychosom Res 2023; 164:111072. [PMID: 36459826 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpsychores.2022.111072] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2022] [Revised: 10/17/2022] [Accepted: 10/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) is used to treat malignant ventricular arrhythmias. Since 33% of patients experience ICD-related concerns, we examined sex differences in ICD concerns and correlates of ICD concerns during 24 months of follow-up after implantation of an ICD. METHODS Patients from the DEFIB-WOMEN study (n = 1515; 81.6% male patients) completed questionnaires on ICD concerns, anxiety, depression, and Type D personality at five measure points (baseline, 3-, 6-, 12- and 24-months post-implantation). RESULTS Male patients scored on average 7.0 (6.8) points on ICD concerns at the time of implantation and female patients scored on average 10.5 (8.2) points. We found statistically significant sex differences in ICD concerns at all measurement points, with female patients scoring 2.77 points (8.7% of the maximum score of 32) higher than male patients. ICD concerns decreased in both sexes the first 6 months and then levelled out. For both sexes, ICD concerns at baseline were significantly correlated with ICD concerns at 24-months follow-up. Anxiety at baseline was correlated with ICD concerns in female patients, while depression at baseline and at least one experienced shock correlated with ICD concerns in male patients. CONCLUSION Female patients reported more ICD concerns at all measurement points compared to male patients, but for both sexes ICD concerns decreased in the first 6 months. ICD shock, anxiety, depression, and ICD concerns at baseline were correlates of ICD concerns at 24-months follow-up.
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- Christina M Andersen
- Department of Psychology, University of Southern Denmark, Campusvej 55, 5230 Odense M, Denmark; Steno Diabetes Center Odense, Kløvervænget 10, 5000 Odense C, Denmark.
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- Department of Cardiology, Odense University Hospital, J. B. Winsløws Vej 4, 5000 Odense M, Denmark.
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- Research Unit for General Practice, Department of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark, J. B. Winsløws Vej 9A, 5000 Odense C, Denmark.
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- Department of Cardiology, Aarhus University Hospital, Palle Juul-Jensens Boulevard 99, 8200 Aarhus N, Denmark; Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark.
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- Department of Cardiology, Aalborg University Hospital, Denmark; Department of Clinical Medicine, Aalborg University, Hobrovej 18-22, 9000 Aalborg, Denmark.
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- Department of Cardiology, Gentofte Hospital, Copenhagen University Hospital, Gentofte Hospitalsvej 1, 2900 Hellerup, Denmark.
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- Department of Cardiology, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen University Hospital, Blegdamsvej 9, 2100 København Ø, Denmark.
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- Department of Psychology, University of Southern Denmark, Campusvej 55, 5230 Odense M, Denmark; Department of Cardiology, Odense University Hospital, J. B. Winsløws Vej 4, 5000 Odense M, Denmark.
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Busnatu ȘS, Niculescu AG, Bolocan A, Andronic O, Pantea Stoian AM, Scafa-Udriște A, Stănescu AMA, Păduraru DN, Nicolescu MI, Grumezescu AM, Jinga V. A Review of Digital Health and Biotelemetry: Modern Approaches towards Personalized Medicine and Remote Health Assessment. J Pers Med 2022; 12:jpm12101656. [PMID: 36294795 PMCID: PMC9604784 DOI: 10.3390/jpm12101656] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/20/2022] [Revised: 09/28/2022] [Accepted: 09/30/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
Abstract
With the prevalence of digitalization in all aspects of modern society, health assessment is becoming digital too. Taking advantage of the most recent technological advances and approaching medicine from an interdisciplinary perspective has allowed for important progress in healthcare services. Digital health technologies and biotelemetry devices have been more extensively employed for preventing, detecting, diagnosing, monitoring, and predicting the evolution of various diseases, without requiring wires, invasive procedures, or face-to-face interaction with medical personnel. This paper aims to review the concepts correlated to digital health, classify and describe biotelemetry devices, and present the potential of digitalization for remote health assessment, the transition to personalized medicine, and the streamlining of clinical trials.
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- Ștefan Sebastian Busnatu
- Department of Cardiology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Carol Davila”, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Science and Engineering of Oxide Materials and Nanomaterials, Politehnica University of Bucharest, 011061 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Cardiology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Carol Davila”, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Cardiology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Carol Davila”, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Cardiology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Carol Davila”, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Cardiology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Carol Davila”, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Cardiology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Carol Davila”, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Science and Engineering of Oxide Materials and Nanomaterials, Politehnica University of Bucharest, 011061 Bucharest, Romania
- Research Institute of the University of Bucharest—ICUB, University of Bucharest, 050657 Bucharest, Romania
- Academy of Romanian Scientists, Ilfov No. 3, 050044 Bucharest, Romania
- Correspondence:
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- Department of Cardiology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy “Carol Davila”, 050474 Bucharest, Romania
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Karimi P, Moradi Y, Mollazadeh F, Jafarizadeh H, Habibzadeh H, Baghaei R, Mohammadpour Y. Challenges of living with an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator: A qualitative content analysis. Nurs Midwifery Stud 2022. [DOI: 10.4103/nms.nms_27_22] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/19/2023] Open
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OUP accepted manuscript. Eur J Cardiovasc Nurs 2022; 21:677-686. [DOI: 10.1093/eurjcn/zvab135] [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: 01/13/2021] [Revised: 06/24/2021] [Accepted: 12/22/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Vicentini A, Bisignani G, De Vivo S, Viani S, Savarese G, Francia P, Celentano E, Checchi L, Carreras G, Santini L, Lamberti F, Ottaviano L, Scalone A, Giorgi D, Lovecchio M, Valsecchi S, Rordorf R. Patient acceptance of subcutaneous versus transvenous defibrillator systems: A multi-center experience. J Cardiovasc Electrophysiol 2021; 33:81-89. [PMID: 34797012 DOI: 10.1111/jce.15297] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2021] [Revised: 10/18/2021] [Accepted: 10/25/2021] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND The subcutaneous implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (S-ICD) is an effective alternative to the transvenous ICD. No study has yet compared S-ICD and transvenous ICD by assessing patient acceptance as a patient-centered outcome. OBJECTIVE To evaluate the patient acceptance of the S-ICD and to investigate its association with clinical and implantation variables. In patients with symptomatic heart failure and reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF), the acceptance of the S-ICD was compared with a control group of patients who received a transvenous ICD. METHODS Patient acceptance was calculated with the Florida Patient Acceptance Survey (FPAS) which measures four factors: return to function (RTF), device-related distress (DRD), positive appraisal (PA), and body image concerns (BIC). The survey was administered 12 months after implantation. RESULTS 176 patients underwent S-ICD implantation. The total FPAS and the single factors did not differ according to gender, body habitus, or generator positioning. Patients with HFrEF had lower FPAS and RTF. Younger patients showed better RTF (75 [56-94] vs. 56 [50-81], p = .029). Patients who experienced device complications or device therapies showed higher DRD (40 [35-60] vs. 25 [10-50], p = .019). Patients with HFrEF receiving the S-ICD had comparable FPAS, RTF, DRD, and BIC to HFrEF patients implanted with the transvenous ICD while exhibited significantly better PA (88 [75-100] vs. 81 [63-94], p = .02). CONCLUSIONS Our analysis revealed positive patient acceptance of the S-ICD, even in groups at risk of more distress such as women or patients with thinner body habitus, and regardless of the generator positioning. Among patients receiving ICDs for HFrEF, S-ICD was associated with better PA versus transvenous ICD.
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- Alessandro Vicentini
- Department of Arrhythmia and Electrophysiology and Experimental Cardiology, IRCCS Fondazione Policlinico 'S. Matteo', Pavia, Italy
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- Unità Operativa di Elettrofisiologia, 'Studio e Terapia delle Aritmie', Monaldi Hospital, Naples, Italy
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- Division of Second Cardiology, Department of Cardio-Thoracic and Vascular, University Hospital of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
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- Department of Cardiology, 'San Giovanni Battista' Hospital, Foligno, Italy
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- Cardiology, Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, 'St. Andrea' Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiology, 'Santa Maria della Pietà' Hospital, Casoria, Napoli, Italy
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- Division of Cardiology, Divisiono of Hospital Cardiology, 'Giovan Battista Grassi' Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Cardiovascular Section, 'San Eugenio' Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiology, Istituto Clinico 'Sant'Ambrogio', Milan, Italy
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- Division of Cardiology, 'San Luca' Hospital, Lucca, Italy
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- Department of Arrhythmia and Electrophysiology and Experimental Cardiology, IRCCS Fondazione Policlinico 'S. Matteo', Pavia, Italy
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Delle Donna P, Petrovic L, Nasir U, Ahmed A, Suero-Abreu GA. Phantom Shocks Associated With a Wearable Cardioverter Defibrillator. J Med Cases 2021; 12:49-53. [PMID: 34434428 PMCID: PMC8383611 DOI: 10.14740/jmc3606] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2020] [Accepted: 11/07/2020] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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Wearable cardioverter defibrillators (WCDs) are external devices capable of continuous cardiac rhythm monitoring as well as automatic detection and defibrillation of potentially life-threatening arrhythmias such as ventricular tachycardia (VT) and ventricular fibrillation (VF). They are an alternative approach for patients when an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) is not appropriate. Although treatment with ICD is considered highly effective for the primary and secondary prevention of sudden cardiac death (SCD) in high-risk patients susceptible to VT and VF, patients may still experience psychological difficulties such as fear of shock, avoidance of normal behaviors and reduced quality of life. One of these phenomena is phantom shock (PS), which is defined as a perception of having received a shock with no evidence of recorded defibrillation upon device interrogation. While PS has been reported in the ICD literature, to the best of our knowledge, we present the first known case of WCD-related PS. We also present a review of the current literature to explore the prevalence of PS, the factors associated with its pathogenesis and interventional studies aimed at reducing its occurrence. We highlight this case because PS is considered a phenomenon that few recognize, which should be discriminated from real device shocks before clinicians initiate treatment, device reprogramming or device discontinuation. We describe the psychosocial factors associated with PS to emphasize the importance of managing any associated psychiatric disorders and psychosocial factors both before and after initiation of device treatment.
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- Paul Delle Donna
- Department of Medicine, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ, USA
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Karimianpour A, John L, Gold MR. The Subcutaneous ICD: A Review of the UNTOUCHED and PRAETORIAN Trials. Arrhythm Electrophysiol Rev 2021; 10:108-112. [PMID: 34401183 PMCID: PMC8353550 DOI: 10.15420/aer.2020.47] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2020] [Accepted: 02/17/2021] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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The ICD is an important part of the treatment and prevention of sudden cardiac death in many high-risk populations. Traditional transvenous ICDs (TV-ICDs) are associated with certain short- and long- term risks. The subcutaneous ICD (S-ICD) was developed in order to avoid these risks and complications. However, this system is associated with its own set of limitations and complications. First, patient selection is important, as S-ICDs do not provide pacing therapy currently. Second, pre-procedural screening is important to minimise T wave and myopotential oversensing. Finally, until recently, the S-ICD was primarily used in younger patients with fewer co-morbidities and less structural heart disease, limiting the general applicability of the device. S-ICDs achieve excellent rates of arrhythmia conversion and have demonstrated noninferiority to TV-ICDs in terms of complication rates in real-world studies. The objective of this review is to discuss the latest literature, including the UNTOUCHED and PRAETORIAN trials, and to address the risk of inappropriate shocks.
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- Ahmadreza Karimianpour
- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC, US
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC, US
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC, US
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Pike A, Dobbin-Williams K, Swab M. Experiences of adults living with an implantable cardioverter defibrillator for cardiovascular disease: a systematic review of qualitative evidence. JBI Evid Synth 2021; 18:2231-2301. [PMID: 32813405 DOI: 10.11124/jbisrir-d-19-00239] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The objective of this review was to synthesize the best available qualitative evidence on the everyday life experiences of adults living with an implantable cardioverter defibrillator for cardiovascular disease. INTRODUCTION Cardiovascular disease is a rising concern worldwide. The efficacy of the implantable cardioverter defibrillator as a successful treatment for cardiovascular disease has been well documented. Research suggests that living with an implantable cardioverter defibrillator is complex and can cause substantial psychosocial distress that can manifest itself at various intervals over time. The first step to developing evidence-based recommendations related to the management of implantable cardioverter defibrillator-related distress is a critical appraisal and synthesis of relevant literature to gain a more comprehensive understanding of this phenomenon. INCLUSION CRITERIA The participants of interest were adults 18 years or older who had an implantable cardioverter defibrillator for the management of cardiovascular disease (e.g. ischemic heart disease, angina, cardiomyopathy, myocardial infarction, congenital defect, arrhythmias, heart failure). The phenomenon of interest was the everyday life experience of adults living with an implantable cardioverter defibrillator. The review considered all qualitative research related to the phenomenon of interest. METHODS Key databases searched were PubMed, CINAHL, PsycINFO, Embase, International Bibliography of the Social Sciences, Sociological Abstracts, OpenGrey, MedNar, ProQuest Dissertations and Theses Global, Google, and Google Scholar. Published and unpublished papers and articles from 1990 to July 2018 were included in the search. The JBI approach to critical appraisal, study selection, data extraction, and synthesis for qualitative research was used throughout the review. RESULTS Twenty-seven papers were included in the review that yielded 143 findings and 13 categories. The methodological quality of the 27 included studies was moderate to strong. Based on ConQual scores, confidence in the synthesized findings was moderate. From this, three synthesized findings were extracted: i) living under the shadow of uncertainty, ii) orchestrating a new normal, and iii) crafting a positive vision for the future. CONCLUSIONS Evidence suggests that while implantable cardioverter defibrillator recipients do experience psychosocial distress, they gradually positively embrace the device as part of their everyday norm. Recommendations for practice and education point to the further development of best practice guidelines for implantable cardioverter defibrillator management, continuing education programs for health care providers, and strategies to support implantable cardioverter defibrillator recipients and their families to cope with the device. Research that examines onset, level, and duration of implantable cardioverter defibrillator psychosocial distress is needed to target specific interventions reflective of this population's needs. While findings suggest the experiences of women living with an implantable cardioverter defibrillator are similar to men, the low number of women in included studies limits the strength of this conclusion.
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- April Pike
- Memorial University of Newfoundland, Faculty of Nursing, St. John's, NL, Canada.,Memorial University Faculty of Nursing Collaboration for Evidence-Based Nursing and Primary Health Care: A JBI Affiliated Group, St. John's, NL, Canada
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- Memorial University of Newfoundland, Faculty of Nursing, St. John's, NL, Canada.,Memorial University Faculty of Nursing Collaboration for Evidence-Based Nursing and Primary Health Care: A JBI Affiliated Group, St. John's, NL, Canada
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- Memorial University Faculty of Nursing Collaboration for Evidence-Based Nursing and Primary Health Care: A JBI Affiliated Group, St. John's, NL, Canada.,Memorial University of Newfoundland, Health Sciences Library, St. John's, NL, Canada
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Wising J, Mattsson G, Rambaree K, Willmer M, Wallhagen M, Magnusson P. 'Life with a device': the octogenarians' experiences with an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator-a qualitative study. Eur J Cardiovasc Nurs 2021; 21:161-168. [PMID: 33928354 DOI: 10.1093/eurjcn/zvab033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2020] [Revised: 02/23/2021] [Accepted: 03/23/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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AIMS Implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) treatment has expanded due to its effectiveness. However, there are concerns about complications, and use in the most elderly has been questioned. There is scarce data on qualitative aspects regarding experiences of living with an ICD among patients above the age of 80 years. The aim of this study was to explore octogenarians' experience, knowledge, and attitude of living with an ICD. METHOD AND RESULTS We used semi-structured interviews to collect data from 20 patients, aged 80-89 years (90% men). The data were then structured and analysed through deductive thematic analysis network approach using the ATLAS.ti v.8.4 software. The framework of the analysis was based on the Successful Aging Theory. Three main themes emerged regarding the patients' experiences: Life goes on; Their Health, The Janus-Faced Device; Their attitudes, and Mind the gap; Their knowledge. None of the octogenarians regretted receiving their ICD, instead, they presented with feelings such as gratitude towards the device. However, a lack of knowledge about the devices was expressed, which can be a risk for potential complications, in turn causing suffering and unnecessary concerns. CONCLUSION Overall, the ICD did not pose a threat towards successful ageing. It was mainly considered a life-saving device. However, the lack of knowledge might hinder informed choices close to death and contribute to ethical dilemmas when deactivation of the ICD is a reasonable option.
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- Jenny Wising
- Centre for Research and Development, Region Gävleborg, Uppsala University, Lasarettsvägen 1, Gävle SE-80187, Sweden
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- Centre for Research and Development, Region Gävleborg, Uppsala University, Lasarettsvägen 1, Gävle SE-80187, Sweden
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- Department of Social Work and Criminology, University of Gävle, Kungsbäcksvägen 47, Gävle SE-80176, Sweden
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- Department of Caring Sciences, University of Gävle, Kungsbäcksvägen 47, Gävle SE-80176, Sweden
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- Department of Building Engineering, Energy Systems and Sustainability Science, University of Gävle, Kungsbäcksvägen 47, Gävle SE-80176, Sweden
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- Centre for Research and Development, Region Gävleborg, Uppsala University, Lasarettsvägen 1, Gävle SE-80187, Sweden.,Department of Caring Sciences, University of Gävle, Kungsbäcksvägen 47, Gävle SE-80176, Sweden.,Department of Medicine, Solna, Cardiology Research Unit, Karolinska Institutet, Karolinska University Hospital D1:04, Stockholm SE-171 76, Sweden
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Sert M, Turan Kavradim S, Canli Özer Z. Living at the boundary between life and death: A qualitative study of how patients' lives are impacted by the implantable cardioverter defibrillator. J Adv Nurs 2020; 77:934-947. [PMID: 33222292 DOI: 10.1111/jan.14650] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2020] [Revised: 09/04/2020] [Accepted: 10/16/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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AIMS To examine the effect on patients' lives of implantable cardioverter defibrillator implantation and their experiences of worry about death. DESIGN A descriptive phenomenological design. METHODS Participants with implantable cardioverter defibrillators were recruited through purposive sampling with maximum variation in Antalya, Turkey. Data collection included individual semi-structured interviews conducted between September 2018 - May 2019. Interviews were audio recorded, transcribed verbatim, and analysed by Giorgi's descriptive phenomenology method. RESULTS Twenty-six individuals with implantable cardioverter defibrillators participated in the study. Analysis of the data resulted in three themes and 10 subthemes. The first theme was the physical impact of the device on the body with the subthemes changes in physical functioning and like part of the body; the second theme was social impact in daily life and adaptation to restrictions with the subthemes necessary for life, restrictive behaviours of day-to-day life and Seeking social support and the third theme was the emotional impact of the experience of shock and worry about death with the subthemes inevitable truth, living at the boundary, every shock is like you are going to die, advancing on an uncertain path, and trust in life insurance. CONCLUSION It was found in this study that the implantation of implantable cardioverter defibrillators affected patients physically, socially, and emotionally in many ways. It is thought that this study will raise the awareness of health professionals and will support a holistic approach, increasing the quality of care. IMPACT Although the implantation of the cardioverter defibrillator is greatly effective in protecting against sudden cardiac death, for patients it brings with it many physical, social, and emotional problems. This study can contribute to health professionals planning individual education in coping with changes, an increase in group-based counselling to support the sharing of experience, social networks, and monitoring programs to improve care.
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- Mediha Sert
- Department of Internal Medicine Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Akdeniz University, Antalya, Turkey
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- Department of Internal Medicine Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Akdeniz University, Antalya, Turkey
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- Department of Internal Medicine Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Akdeniz University, Antalya, Turkey
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Rosi IM, Bombardieri F, Steri D, Sternativo M, Rancati S. "Those Plates That Save Me": Experiences of Italian Patients With Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator. Clin Nurs Res 2020; 30:616-624. [PMID: 33103473 DOI: 10.1177/1054773820968036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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This study aimed to investigate and understand the experiences and feelings lived by people with an ICD. Qualitative study, semi-structured interviews were conducted with a sample of 16 patients, during the annual follow-up. A hermeneutical analysis of the interviews was carried out to identify the themes. Four main themes were classified: "My heart falls asleep," highlighting a reduced awareness of the pathology and ICD installation; "But what is this thing. . .?" underlining the lack of information and fears related to the device and its functioning; "I cannot hug the microwave" which describes the changes brought about by the surgery; "And with this one I am alright for the rest of my life", involving hopes and life expectations. This study highlighted the patients' need for major support from health professionals while processing their new life conditions.
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- Ivana Maria Rosi
- Healthcare Professionals Department, Foundation IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy.,University of Milan, Italy
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- Healthcare Professionals Department, Foundation IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
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- Healthcare Professionals Department, Foundation IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
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- Healthcare Professionals Department, Foundation IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy
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- Healthcare Professionals Department, Foundation IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy.,University of Milan, Italy
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Artico J, Zecchin M, Zorzin Fantasia A, Skerl G, Ortis B, Franco S, Albani S, Barbati G, Cristallini J, Cannata' A, Sinagra G. Long-term patient satisfaction with implanted device remote monitoring: a comparison among different systems. J Cardiovasc Med (Hagerstown) 2020; 20:542-550. [PMID: 31107287 DOI: 10.2459/jcm.0000000000000818] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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AIMS Remote monitoring is an effective strategy to improve patients' outcomes and reduce hospitalization in patients with cardiac implantable electronic devices. However, data on patients' satisfaction are scarce. The aim of the current study was to assess patients' satisfaction, ease of use and impact on daily activities of the remote monitoring and to investigate whether there are differences among different devices and different manufacturers. METHODS A modified Home Monitoring Acceptance and Satisfaction Questionnaire telephone survey on the perceived quality of the different systems was performed with all patients followed with remote monitoring for at least 3 months. RESULTS Among 604 patients with remote monitoring screened by telephone, 466 patients (77%) answered the questionnaire [142 patients (30.5%) had a pacemaker, 317 patients (68%) had an implantable cardioverter defibrillator, and seven patients (1.5%) had an implantable loop recorder]. Ninety-seven percent of patients were satisfied by the remote monitoring system during the entire follow-up and found it easy to use. Similarly, 85% of patients did not experience any restriction in daily activities, and for 99% of patients it did not affect their privacy. Importantly, for the vast majority of patients, remote monitoring gave a great (56.7%) or moderate (33.4%) sense of security. CONCLUSION Daily impact of cardiac implantable electronic devices still remains a challenging issue for caregivers. The introduction of remote monitoring allowed closer follow-up and improved outcomes. Our results highlighted patients' satisfaction, who also felt safer, with the remote monitoring, its ease of use, and the absence of any disturbances in patients' everyday activities or in their privacy.
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- Jessica Artico
- Cardiovascular Department, Azienda Sanitaria Universitaria Integrata (ASUITS) and University of Trieste
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- Cardiovascular Department, Azienda Sanitaria Universitaria Integrata (ASUITS) and University of Trieste
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- Cardiovascular Department, Azienda Sanitaria Universitaria Integrata (ASUITS) and University of Trieste
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- Cardiovascular Department, Azienda Sanitaria Universitaria Integrata (ASUITS) and University of Trieste
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- Cardiovascular Department, Azienda Sanitaria Universitaria Integrata (ASUITS) and University of Trieste
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- Cardiovascular Department, Azienda Sanitaria Universitaria Integrata (ASUITS) and University of Trieste
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- Cardiovascular Department, Azienda Sanitaria Universitaria Integrata (ASUITS) and University of Trieste
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- Biostatistics Unit, Department of Medical Sciences, University of Trieste, Trieste, Italy
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- Cardiovascular Department, Azienda Sanitaria Universitaria Integrata (ASUITS) and University of Trieste
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- Cardiovascular Department, Azienda Sanitaria Universitaria Integrata (ASUITS) and University of Trieste
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- Cardiovascular Department, Azienda Sanitaria Universitaria Integrata (ASUITS) and University of Trieste
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Aboud A, Liebing K, Abraham C, Reil JC, Turkistani Y, Eitz T, Ensminger S, Gummert J, Morshuis M. Defibrillator-Heart Pump: An Implantable Ventricular Assist Device With Integrated Defibrillator Component-The First In Vitro Testing. Surg Innov 2019; 26:720-724. [PMID: 31354072 DOI: 10.1177/1553350619862994] [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] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) are an important therapeutic option for patients with end-stage heart failure waiting for heart transplantation or in older patients as definite therapy for heart failure. Interestingly, about 62% of patients receiving LVADs do not have an automatic implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (AICD) at the time of implantation, although these patients have increased risk of being confronted with dangerous arrhythmia. Therefore, an LVAD system including AICD function is a reasonable alternative for such heart failure patients thereby avoiding a second surgical intervention for AICD implantation. In this article, a newly developed system including LVAD and AICD function is introduced, and we also report its first in vitro testing.
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- Anas Aboud
- University of Schleswig-Holstein, Lübeck Campus, Lübeck, Germany
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- Friedrich Schiller University, Jena, Germany
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- Ruhr-University Bochum, Bad Oeynhausen, Germany
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- Ruhr-University Bochum, Bad Oeynhausen, Germany
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Palese A, Cracina A, Purino M, Urli N, Fabris S, Danielis M. The experiences of patients electrically shocked by an implantable cardioverter defibrillator: Findings from a descriptive qualitative study. Nurs Crit Care 2019; 25:229-237. [DOI: 10.1111/nicc.12424] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2018] [Revised: 01/28/2019] [Accepted: 02/07/2019] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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- Alvisa Palese
- Department of Medical SciencesUdine University Udine Italy
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- Neonatal Intensive Care UnitAzienda Sanitaria Universitaria Integrata di Udine Udine Italy
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- Pediatric UnitAzienda per l'Assistenza Sanitaria Udine Italy
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- Department of Medical SciencesUdine University Udine Italy
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Frydensberg VS, Skovbakke SJ, Pedersen SS, Kok RN. Body image concerns in patients with an implantable cardioverter defibrillator: A scoping review. PACING AND CLINICAL ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY: PACE 2018; 41:1235-1260. [DOI: 10.1111/pace.13421] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2018] [Revised: 05/14/2018] [Accepted: 06/10/2018] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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- Department of Psychology; University of Southern Denmark; Odense Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology; Odense University Hospital; Odense Denmark
- Department of Psychology; University of Southern Denmark; Odense Denmark
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- Department of Psychology; University of Southern Denmark; Odense Denmark
- Centre for Innovative Medical Technology; Odense University Hospital; Odense Denmark
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Dehghanzadeh S, Dehghan Nayeri N, Varaei S. "Doubtful accepting": A grounded theory study of living with cardiac resynchronization therapy. Nurs Health Sci 2018; 20:516-522. [PMID: 30014559 DOI: 10.1111/nhs.12547] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2017] [Revised: 05/16/2018] [Accepted: 05/22/2018] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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Heart failure is associated with low quality of life and a high mortality rate. There is limited information about patients' experiences of living with cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT). In the present study, we sought to explore the process of living with CRT defibrillator. This qualitative study was completed from December 2014 to April 2016 using a grounded theory approach. Twenty semistructured interviews were held with 17 patients with heart failure. Data analysis was done via a previously-published approach. The core category of the process of living with the device is "doubtful accepting". This process includes three sequential phases: losing integrity, attempting to cope with the device, and coexisting. The process takes place in a context of barriers and facilitators, and results in a wide spectrum of outcomes, from frustration to empowerment. Nurses' awareness of this process can help them provide higher quality care, strengthen facilitators and reduce barriers to the process, and enable patients to effectively use coping strategies.
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- Shadi Dehghanzadeh
- Department of Nursing, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Rasht Branch, Islamic Azad University, Rasht, Iran
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Ooi SL, Seah B, Wu VX, Koh KWL, Jiao N, He HG, Wang W. Perceptions of Singaporean patients living with implantable cardioverter defibrillators: an exploratory qualitative study. Heart Lung 2018; 47:329-336. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hrtlng.2018.04.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2017] [Accepted: 04/02/2018] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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Forman J, Baumbusch J, Jackson H, Lindenberg J, Shook A, Bashir J. Exploring the patients’ experiences of living with a subcutaneous implantable cardioverter defibrillator. Eur J Cardiovasc Nurs 2018; 17:698-706. [DOI: 10.1177/1474515118777419] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Background: The implantable cardioverter defibrillator provides effective treatment for the prevention of sudden cardiac arrest but significant risks associated with transvenous implantation persist. The subcutaneous implantable cardioverter defibrillator has proven to be an alternative and innovative treatment option for select patients to mitigate these risks. Obtaining the patients’ perspectives can provide clinicians with essential information to guide implant selection, procedural decision-making, and support patient management. Conventional implantable cardioverter defibrillator patients have reported shock-related anxiety, fear, insufficient education, and challenges adapting to physical and psychological changes. Little evidence exists to determine whether differences between the subcutaneous implantable cardioverter defibrillator and conventional implantable cardioverter defibrillator allow for the transferability of our current knowledge to the care and management of this population. Aims: The purpose of this study was to explore patients’ experiences of living with a subcutaneous implantable cardioverter defibrillator including the decision-making process, implant, and follow-up care processes. Methods: Using an exploratory qualitative approach, semi-structured interviews were conducted by telephone with 15 participants who underwent subcutaneous implantable cardioverter defibrillator implant. Results: Analysis revealed five main themes: (a) influences on decision-making; (b) unmet education needs; (c) physical impact; (d) psychological impact; and (e) recommendations. Conclusion: As a new technology, little knowledge of the subcutaneous implantable cardioverter defibrillator exists outside of the tertiary implanting sites, therefore developing new strategies to increase learning and dissemination is essential. Although similarities exist in our findings to those of conventional implantable cardioverter defibrillators, there are significant differences in the decision-making process and physical impact which require individualized care planning and development of strategies to provide a patient-centered approach to care.
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Garrino L, Borraccino A, Peraudo E, Bobbio M, Dimonte V. “Hosting” an implantable cardioverter defibrillator: A phenomenological inquiry. Res Nurs Health 2017; 41:57-68. [DOI: 10.1002/nur.21842] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2017] [Accepted: 10/27/2017] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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- Lorenza Garrino
- Department of Public Health and Paediatrics; University of Torino; Torino Italy
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- Department of Public Health and Paediatrics; University of Torino; Torino Italy
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- Department of Public Health and Paediatrics; University of Torino; Torino Italy
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- Department of Public Health and Paediatrics; University of Torino; Torino Italy
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Sweeting J, Ball K, McGaughran J, Atherton J, Semsarian C, Ingles J. Impact of the implantable cardioverter defibrillator on confidence to undertake physical activity in inherited heart disease: A cross-sectional study. Eur J Cardiovasc Nurs 2017; 16:742-752. [PMID: 28613082 DOI: 10.1177/1474515117715760] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND Physical activity is associated with improved quality of life. Patients with an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) face unique clinical and psychological challenges. Factors such as fear of ICD shock may negatively impact on physical activity, while a sense of protection gained from the ICD may instil confidence to be active. AIM We aimed to examine the impact of an ICD on physical activity levels and factors associated with amount of activity. METHODS Two cross-sectional studies were conducted. Accelerometer data (seven-day) was collected in March-November 2015 for 63 consecutively recruited hypertrophic cardiomyopathy patients, with or without an ICD, aged ⩾18 years. A survey study was conducted in July-August 2016 of 155 individuals aged ⩾18 years with an inherited heart disease and an ICD in situ. RESULTS Based on the International Physical Activity Questionnaire, mean leisure time physical activity was 239 ± 300 min/week with 51% meeting physical activity guidelines. Accelerometry showed that mean moderate-vigorous physical activity was the same for patients with and without an ICD (254 ± 139 min/week versus 300 ± 150 min/week, p=0.23). Nearly half of survey participants ( n=73) said their device made them more confident to exercise. Being anxious about ICD shocks was the only factor associated with not meeting physical activity guidelines. CONCLUSIONS Patients with inherited heart disease adjust differently to their ICD device, and for many it has no impact on physical activity. Discussion regarding the appropriate level of physical activity and potential barriers will ensure best possible outcomes in this unique patient group.
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- Joanna Sweeting
- 1 Agnes Ginges Centre for Molecular Cardiology, Centenary Institute, Sydney, Australia.,2 Sydney Medical School, University of Sydney, Australia
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- 3 Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition, Deakin University, Melbourne, Australia
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- 4 Genetic Health Queensland, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Brisbane, Australia.,5 School of Medicine, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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- 5 School of Medicine, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia.,6 Department of Cardiology, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Brisbane, Australia
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- 1 Agnes Ginges Centre for Molecular Cardiology, Centenary Institute, Sydney, Australia.,2 Sydney Medical School, University of Sydney, Australia.,7 Department of Cardiology, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, Australia
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- 1 Agnes Ginges Centre for Molecular Cardiology, Centenary Institute, Sydney, Australia.,2 Sydney Medical School, University of Sydney, Australia.,7 Department of Cardiology, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, Australia
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Gallagher R, Potter E, Thomson Mangnall L, Ladak L, Gallagher P, Neubeck L. The power in being together for young adults who have heart disease - the photoshoot experience. Heart Lung 2017; 46:199-204. [PMID: 28366291 DOI: 10.1016/j.hrtlng.2017.02.004] [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: 04/06/2016] [Revised: 02/12/2017] [Accepted: 02/16/2017] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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OBJECTIVES The study aimed to determine perceived motivations and benefits of photoshoot participation for young adults who have heart disease. BACKGROUND Feeling isolated and different can have lifelong affects on quality of life in heart disease survivors. Photoshoots, where people create a photographic image of themselves, promote positive interpretation of their cardiac illness experience, but participant experiences remain under-investigated. METHODS Young adult heart disease support group members completing a photoshoot were interviewed and data were thematically analyzed. RESULTS Seven females and one male aged 20-47 years participated. The main theme, People Like Me, emphasized feelings of being different, isolated and uncertain due to the heart disease. Other themes related to support gained from people who were not like them, gaining and providing support to their peers. The photoshoot enabled a highly valued collective feeling. CONCLUSIONS For young adult heart disease survivors, the photoshoot provides a fun, social opportunity to reduce isolation and share experiences.
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- Robyn Gallagher
- Sydney Nursing School and Charles Perkins Centre, University of Sydney, Rm 2210, Lvl 2, Bld 17, Camperdown, NSW 2007, Australia; Faculty of Health, University of Technology, Sydney, 15 Broadway, Ultimo, NSW 2007, Australia.
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- Sydney Nursing School and Charles Perkins Centre, University of Sydney, Rm 2210, Lvl 2, Bld 17, Camperdown, NSW 2007, Australia
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- Sydney Nursing School and Charles Perkins Centre, University of Sydney, Rm 2210, Lvl 2, Bld 17, Camperdown, NSW 2007, Australia; Cardiac Telemetry Unit, Sydney Adventist Hospital, 185 Fox Valley Rd Wahroonga, NSW 2076, Australia
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- Sydney Nursing School and Charles Perkins Centre, University of Sydney, Rm 2210, Lvl 2, Bld 17, Camperdown, NSW 2007, Australia
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- Sydney Nursing School and Charles Perkins Centre, University of Sydney, Rm 2210, Lvl 2, Bld 17, Camperdown, NSW 2007, Australia; The George Institute of Global Health, Lvl 3, 50 Bridge St, Sydney, NSW 2000, Australia
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Dehghanzadeh S, Dehghan Nayeri N, Varaei S, Kheirkhah J. Living with cardiac resynchronization therapy: Challenges for people with heart failure. Nurs Health Sci 2017; 19:112-118. [PMID: 28097793 DOI: 10.1111/nhs.12325] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2016] [Revised: 11/05/2016] [Accepted: 11/06/2016] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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The number of people with heart failure requiring implantation of a cardiac resynchronization device is increasing in Iran. Although this intervention is an effective life-saving treatment, several challenges are associated with patients' lifestyle after insertion. This study identified the challenges and coping mechanisms of Iranians with heart failure living with cardiac resynchronization therapy. A qualitative approach using conventional content analysis was adopted. Seventeen people with heart failure and three nurses were recruited between December 2014 and November 2015 from a teaching hospital and a private clinic in Rasht, Iran. Participants were interviewed using semi-structured interviews lasting 30-60 min. Five themes emerged: (i) fear of implantation, (ii) the panic of receiving a shock from the device, (iii) lack of control over life, (iv) inadequacies of the healthcare system, and (v) psychosocial coping. A heightened understanding of these challenges and coping strategies could prepare healthcare professionals to provide better routine care, education, and support to the recipients of cardiac resynchronization therapy prior to implantation, during the recovery period, and for long-term management.
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- Shadi Dehghanzadeh
- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Nursing and Midwifery Care Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Interventional Cardiovascular Research Center, Heshmat Heart Hospital, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran
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Ichikura K, Kobayashi S, Matsuoka S, Suzuki T, Nishimura K, Shiga T, Hagiwara N, Ishigooka J, Suzuki SI. Avoidance behavior associated with depressive symptoms in patients with implantable cardioverter defibrillators. Int J Clin Health Psychol 2017; 17:1-8. [PMID: 30487875 PMCID: PMC6236320 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijchp.2016.11.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2016] [Accepted: 11/09/2016] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Objective: Many patients with implantable cardioverter defibrillators experience depressive symptoms. In addition, avoidance behavior is a common problem among patients with implantable cardioverter defibrillators. We examined the association between avoidance behaviors and depressive symptoms in patients with implantable cardioverter defibrillators. Method: We conducted a single-center, cross-sectional study with self-completed questionnaires between May 2010 and March 2011. We measured avoidance behaviors (avoidance of places, avoidance of objects, and avoidance of situations) and depressive symptoms (using the Beck Depression Inventory, Version II) in 119 participants. An avoidance behaviors instrument was developed for this study and we confirmed its internal consistency reliability. Results: Ninety-two (77.3%) patients were aged older than 50 years, and 86 (72.3%) were men. Fifty-one (42.9%) patients reported "avoidance of places", 34 (28.6%) reported "avoidance of objects", and 63 (52.9%) reported "avoidance of activity". Avoidance behavior was associated with increased odds for the presence of depressive symptoms (OR 1.31; 95% CI 1.06-1.62). Conclusions: This was the first study to identify the relationship between avoidance behavior and depressive symptoms among patients with implantable cardioverter defibrillators; however, there are a few methodological limitations.
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- Kanako Ichikura
- Waseda University, Japan
- Tokyo Medical and Dental University, Japan
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- Tokyo Women's Medical University, Japan
- Saitama Medical University, Japan
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- Waseda University, Japan
- Tokyo Medical and Dental University, Japan
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Ooi SL, He HG, Dong Y, Wang W. Perceptions and experiences of patients living with implantable cardioverter defibrillators: a systematic review and meta-synthesis. Health Qual Life Outcomes 2016; 14:160. [PMID: 27855698 PMCID: PMC5114828 DOI: 10.1186/s12955-016-0561-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2016] [Accepted: 11/09/2016] [Indexed: 01/30/2024] Open
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Background Sudden cardiac deaths have become a growing major public health concern that affects the world. Despite the various etiologies, life-threatening cardiac arrhythmias attribute the main cause of sudden cardiac deaths. Therefore in certain groups of high-risk patients, the Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) has been recommended as either a secondary or primary prophylactic method of prevention. Objective To summarise the perceptions of ICD recipients and provide an overview of their experiences with regards to the quality of life, coping strategies, and learning needs. Methods A systematic search was conducted using CINAHL, MEDLINE, PsycINFO, Scopus, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science. Primary research articles published from January 2005 to January 2016 that met the inclusion criteria were selected and assessed for methodological quality. Results Thirty-nine articles consisting of 16 qualitative studies, 22 quantitative studies, and 1 mixed methods study were included for the meta-synthesis. Findings extracted from these studies were grouped into eight subthemes with ‘living the ICD experience: a constant process of redefining oneself’ emerging as an over-arching theme. Conclusion This review provides insight into the perspectives and experiences of ICD recipients. Current evidence highlights the need for healthcare professionals to improve future care standards and develop a patient-centric holistic program that meets the specific needs of ICD recipients. Moreover, future studies are required to address the research gaps identified and also explore the perceptions of patients living with ICD in the Asian context.
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- Sim Leng Ooi
- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Level 2, Clinical Research Centre, Block MD 11,10 Medical Drive, Singapore, Singapore
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Level 2, Clinical Research Centre, Block MD 11,10 Medical Drive, Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Pharmacology, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Level 2, Clinical Research Centre, Block MD 11,10 Medical Drive, Singapore, Singapore.
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