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Ungar A, Rivasi G, Testa GD, Boureau AS, Mattace-Raso F, Martínez-Sellés M, Bo M, Petrovic M, Werner N, Benetos A. Geriatricians' role in the management of aortic stenosis in frail older patients: a decade later. Eur Geriatr Med 2024:10.1007/s41999-024-01015-9. [PMID: 39037643 DOI: 10.1007/s41999-024-01015-9] [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: 02/04/2024] [Accepted: 06/25/2024] [Indexed: 07/23/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Increasing evidence supports the implementation of geriatric assessment in the workup of older patients with aortic stenosis (AS). In 2012, an online European survey revealed that geriatricians were rarely involved in the assessment of candidates for transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI). After a "call to action" for early involvement of geriatricians in AS evaluation, the survey was repeated in 2022. Our aim was to investigate whether geriatricians' role changed in the last decade. METHODS Online survey conducted between December 16th, 2021, and December 15th, 2022. All members of the European Geriatric Medicine Society were invited to participate. The survey included 26 questions regarding geriatricians' experience with AS and TAVI. RESULTS Among 193 respondents (79.8% geriatricians), 73 (38%) reported to be involved in AS evaluation at least once a week. During 2 years prior to the survey, 43 (22.3%) had referred > 50% of their patients with severe AS for TAVI. Age influenced TAVI referral in a considerable proportion of respondents (36.8%). TAVI candidates were mainly referred to specialised cardiac centres with multidisciplinary teams (91.8%), including (47.2%) or not including (44.6%) a geriatrician. A total of 38.9% of respondents reported to be part of a multidisciplinary heart team. Geriatricians were less frequently involved (37%) than cardiologists (89.6%) and surgeons (53.4%) in pre-procedural TAVI management. Cardiologists were more frequently involved (85.5%) than geriatricians (33.7%) and surgeons (26.9%) in post-procedural management. CONCLUSIONS Geriatricians' involvement in AS management and multidisciplinary heart teams remains scarce. More efforts should be devoted to implement geriatricians' role in AS decision-making.
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- Andrea Ungar
- Geriatrics and Intensive Care Unit, University of Florence and Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Careggi, Florence, Italy.
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- Geriatrics and Intensive Care Unit, University of Florence and Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Careggi, Florence, Italy
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- Geriatrics and Intensive Care Unit, University of Florence and Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Careggi, Florence, Italy
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- Nantes Université, CHU Nantes, Pole de Gérontologie Clinique, 44000, Nantes, France
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- Division of Geriatrics, Department of Internal Medicine, Erasmus MC University Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Cardiology Department, Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Marañón, Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Gregorio Marañón, CIBERCV, Universidad Europea, Universidad Complutense, Madrid, Spain
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- Section of Geriatric, Department of Medical Sciences, University of Turin, Città della Salute e della Scienza, Molinette, Turin, Italy
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- Section of Geriatrics, Department of Internal Medicine and Paediatrics, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
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- Heart Center Trier, Department of Internal Medicine III, Krankenhaus der Barmherzigen Brüder Trier, Trier, Germany
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- Geriatric Department and Federation Hospital-University On Cardiovascular Aging (FHU-CARTAGE), University Hospital of Nancy, Université de Lorraine, Vandoeuvre-Lès-Nancy, France
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Tian Y, Wang S, Zhang Y, Meng L, Li X. Effectiveness of information and communication technology-based integrated care for older adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Front Public Health 2024; 11:1276574. [PMID: 38249380 PMCID: PMC10797014 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1276574] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2023] [Accepted: 12/06/2023] [Indexed: 01/23/2024] Open
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Background Information and communication technology (ICT) is a key factor in advancing the implementation of integrated care for older adults in the context of an aging society and the normalization of epidemics. This systematic review aims to comprehensively evaluate the effectiveness of ICT-based integrated care for older adults to provide input for the construction of intelligent integrated care models suitable for the context of an aging population in China. Methods A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted using PubMed, Web of Science Core Collection, Scopus, MEDLINE, EBSCO, EMBASE, CINAHL with full text, ProQuest, and Cochrane Library databases, along with the Google Scholar search engine, for papers published between January 1, 2000, and July 25, 2022, to include randomized controlled trials and quasi-experimental studies of ICT-based integrated care for older adults. Two reviewers independently performed literature screening, quality assessment (JBI standardized critical appraisal tool), and data extraction. The results were pooled using a random effects model, and narrative synthesis was used for studies with insufficient outcome data. Results We included 32 studies (21 interventions) with a total of 30,200 participants (14,289 in the control group and 15,911 in the intervention group). However, the quality of the literature could be improved. The meta-analysis results showed that ICT-based integrated care significantly improved the overall perceived health status of older adults (n=3 studies, MD 1.29 (CI 0.11 to 2.46), no heterogeneity) and reduced the number of emergency department visits (n=11 studies, OR 0.46 (CI 0.25 to 0.86), high heterogeneity) but had no significant effect on improving quality of life, mobility, depression, hospital admissions and readmissions, or mortality in older adults, with a high degree of study heterogeneity. Narrative analysis showed that the overall quality of care, primary care service use, and functional status of older adults in the intervention group improved, but the cost-effectiveness was unclear. Conclusions ICT-based integrated care is effective in improving health outcomes for older adults, but the quality and homogeneity of the evidence base need to be improved. Researchers should develop intelligent integrated care programs in the context of local health and care welfare provision systems for older adults, along with the preferences and priorities of the older adults.
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- Yutong Tian
- School of Nursing and Health, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
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- School of Nursing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong, China
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- School of Nursing and Health, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
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- School of Nursing and Health, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
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- School of Nursing and Health, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
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Simmons S, Noble C, Arquette K, Thompson AD. Bridging the Gap: Impact of dedicated post-discharge services on readmission rates and emergency department visits for psychiatrically hospitalized youth. Clin Child Psychol Psychiatry 2023; 28:1257-1265. [PMID: 36075261 DOI: 10.1177/13591045221125634] [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] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND For psychiatrically hospitalized youth, discharge care coordination can reduce suicide risk and rehospitalization, but studies on effective interventions or programs are sparse. This study aimed to examine the impact of a dedicated post-discharge bridging service including case management and therapeutic supports on readmissions and emergency department presentations. METHODS This retrospective cohort study compared emergency department mental health visits (EDMH) and psychiatric hospitalizations in the 60 days before the hospitalization which included referral to the bridging service, and in the 60 days post-hospitalization. RESULTS This diagnostically heterogeneous group of 238 youth had a mean age of 14 years and were of similar racial and ethnic background as the broader inpatient population. There was a nominal decrease in hospitalizations (p = 0.251), and a significant decrease in EDMH (p < 0.001) in the 60 days following referral to this program compared to the 60 days prior. Further, the proportion of patients with at least one EDMH or hospitalization decreased significantly before and after linkage with this service from 42.4% to 27.3% (p < 0.001). CONCLUSION Dedicated post-discharge bridging services including family-centered, flexible case management and therapeutic supports can reduce EDMH visits and potentially lower readmission for children and adolescents.
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- Shannon Simmons
- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
- Seattle Children's Hospital, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
- Seattle Children's Hospital, Seattle, WA, USA
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Ruan T, Xu M, Zhu L, Ding Y. Nurse-coordinated home-based cardiac rehabilitation for patients with heart failure: A scoping review. Int J Nurs Sci 2023; 10:435-445. [PMID: 38020827 PMCID: PMC10667294 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijnss.2023.09.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2023] [Revised: 09/08/2023] [Accepted: 09/26/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Objectives This study aimed to review and summarize the studies of nurse-coordinated home-based cardiac rehabilitation for patients with heart failure. Methods The review was performed using Arksey and O'Malley's scoping review framework. A systematic search was conducted across eight databases, including PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, EBSCO, China Biomedical Literature Service System (SinoMed), China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), Wanfang Database, and Chinese Science and Technology Journals (CSTJ) Database, and Chinese Clinical Trial Registry, from inception to 30 April 2023. Articles relevant to the nurse-coordinated home-based cardiac rehabilitation for patients with heart failure were included. Results Eighteen studies were included in this review. These studies showed that nurses primarily focused on patient assessment, home-based cardiac rehabilitation planning and guidance, and follow-up. The studies also reported positive outcomes in patient safety, feasibility, and efficacy of the programs coordinated by nurses. Conclusions Home-based cardiac rehabilitation coordinated by nurses is beneficial to patients with heart failure. Future research will explore the potential of nurses in home-based cardiac rehabilitation for patients with heart failure, determine optimal evaluation criteria, and formulate safe, effective, and economical rehabilitation programs suitable for the patients.
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- Tiantian Ruan
- Department of Nursing, Shanghai Sixth People’s Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Nursing, Shanghai Sixth People’s Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Nursing, Shanghai Sixth People’s Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Nursing, Shanghai Sixth People’s Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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van Erck D, Terbraak M, Dolman CD, Weijs PJM, Henriques JP, Delewi R, Verweij L, Jepma P, Scholte Op Reimer WJM, Schoufour JD. Adherence of Older Cardiac Patients to a Home-Based Cardiac Rehabilitation Program. Geriatrics (Basel) 2023; 8:geriatrics8030053. [PMID: 37218833 DOI: 10.3390/geriatrics8030053] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2023] [Revised: 05/09/2023] [Accepted: 05/11/2023] [Indexed: 05/24/2023] Open
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Referral to home-based cardiac rehabilitation (HBCR) is low among older and frailer patients due to low expectations regarding adherence by healthcare professionals. The aim of this study was to determine adherence to HBCR when old and frail patients are referred, and to explore any differences in baseline characteristics between adherent and nonadherent patients. Data of the Cardiac Care Bridge were used (Dutch trial register NTR6316). The study included hospitalized cardiac patients ≥ 70 years old and at high risk of functional loss. Adherence to HBCR was confirmed when two-thirds of the intended nine sessions were followed. Of the 153 patients included (age: 82 ± 6 years, 54% female), 29% could not be referred due to death before referral, not returning home, or practical problems. Of the 109 patients who were referred, 67% adhered. Characteristics associated with non-adherence were older age (84 ± 6 vs. 82 ± 6, p = 0.05) and higher handgrip strength in men (33 ± 8 vs. 25 ± 11, p = 0.01). There was no difference in comorbidity, symptoms, or physical capacity. Based on these observations, most older cardiac patients who return home after hospital admission appear to adhere to HBCR after referral, suggesting that most older cardiac patients are motivated and capable of receiving HBCR.
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- Dennis van Erck
- Cardiology, Amsterdam University Medical Centers, University of Amsterdam, 1105AZ Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Cardiology, Amsterdam University Medical Centers, University of Amsterdam, 1105AZ Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Faculty Health, Center of Expertise Urban Vitality, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, 1105BD Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Cardiothoracic Surgery, Amsterdam University Medical Centers, University of Amsterdam, 1105AZ Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Faculty of Sports and Nutrition, Center of Expertise Urban Vitality, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, 1067SM Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Cardiology, Amsterdam University Medical Centers, University of Amsterdam, 1105AZ Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Cardiology, Amsterdam University Medical Centers, University of Amsterdam, 1105AZ Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Institute for Implementation Science in Health Care, University of Zurich, 8006 Zurich, Switzerland
- Center of Clinical Nursing Science, University Hospital Zurich, 8400 Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Medicine for Older People, Amsterdam University Medical Centers, Vrije Universiteit, 1081HV Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Public Health, Aging & Later Life, 1081HV Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Cardiology, Amsterdam University Medical Centers, University of Amsterdam, 1105AZ Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Research Group Chronic Diseases, HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, 3584CH Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Cardiothoracic Surgery, Amsterdam University Medical Centers, University of Amsterdam, 1105AZ Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Faculty of Sports and Nutrition, Center of Expertise Urban Vitality, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, 1067SM Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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van Erck D, Dolman CD, Henriques JP, Schoufour JD, Delewi R, Scholte Op Reimer WJM, Snaterse M. Exploring barriers and facilitators of behavioural changes in dietary intake and physical activity: a qualitative study in older adults undergoing transcatheter aortic valve implantation. Eur Geriatr Med 2023:10.1007/s41999-023-00774-1. [PMID: 37004674 DOI: 10.1007/s41999-023-00774-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2023] [Accepted: 03/22/2023] [Indexed: 04/04/2023]
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PURPOSE The majority of older patients, scheduled for a cardiac procedure, do not adhere to international dietary intake and physical activity guidelines. The purpose of this study was to explore barriers and facilitators regarding dietary intake and physical activity behaviour change in older patients undergoing transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI). METHODS We conducted a qualitative study using semi-structured interviews with patients undergoing TAVI. Interviews were analysed by two independent researchers using thematic analysis, the capability, opportunity and motivation behaviour model was used as a framework. RESULTS The study included 13 patients (82 ± 6 years old, 6 females) until data saturation was reached. Six themes were identified, which were all applicable to both dietary intake and physical activity. Three following themes were identified as barriers: (1) low physical capability, (2) healthy dietary intake and physical activity are not a priority at an older age and (3) ingrained habits and preferences. Three following themes were identified as facilitators: (1) knowledge that dietary intake and physical activity are important for maintaining health, (2) norms set by family, friends and caregivers and (3) support from the social environment. CONCLUSION Our study found that older patients had mixed feelings about changing their behaviour. The majority initially stated that dietary intake and physical activity were not a priority at older age. However, with knowledge that behaviour could improve health, patients also stated willingness to change, leading to a state of ambivalence. Healthcare professionals may consider motivational interviewing techniques to address this ambivalence.
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- Dennis van Erck
- Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Faculty Health, Center of Expertise Urban Vitality, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Faculty of Sports and Nutrition, Center of Expertise Urban Vitality, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Research Group Chronic Diseases, HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Wang M, Hua J, Liu Y, Liu T, Liang H. Application of a nurse-led transitional care programme for patients discharged with T-tubes after biliary surgery. Nurs Open 2023. [PMID: 36864671 DOI: 10.1002/nop2.1704] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/04/2023] Open
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AIM Nurse-led transitional care programmes (TCPs) have been shown to facilitate patient recovery in several illness settings, but its role among patients discharged with T-tubes remains uncertain. The aim of the study was to investigate the effects of a nurse-led TCP among patients discharged with T-tubes. DESIGN This retrospective cohort study was conducted at a tertiary medical centre. METHODS From January 2018 to December 2020, a total of 706 patients discharged with T-tubes after biliary surgery were included in the study. Patients were divided into a TCP group (n = 255) and a control group (n = 451) based on whether they participated in a TCP. The baseline characteristics, discharge readiness, self-care ability, transitional care quality and quality of life (QoL) were compared between the groups. RESULTS Self-care ability and transitional care quality were significantly higher in the TCP group. Patients in the TCP group also exhibited improved QoL and satisfaction. The results suggest that the incorporation of a nurse-led TCP among patients discharged with T-tubes after biliary surgery is feasible and effective. No Patient or Public Contribution.
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- Meng Wang
- Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine, General Hospital of Western Theater Command (Chengdu Military General Hospital), Chengdu, China
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- Department of General Surgery, General Hospital of Western Theater Command (Chengdu Military General Hospital), Chengdu, China
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- Department of Hyperbaric Oxygenation, General Hospital of Western Theater Command (Chengdu Military General Hospital), Chengdu, China
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- Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine, General Hospital of Western Theater Command (Chengdu Military General Hospital), Chengdu, China
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- Department of General Surgery, General Hospital of Western Theater Command (Chengdu Military General Hospital), Chengdu, China
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Terbraak M, Verweij L, Jepma P, Buurman B, Jørstad H, Scholte Op Reimer W, van der Schaaf M. Feasibility of home-based cardiac rehabilitation in frail older patients: a clinical perspective. Physiother Theory Pract 2023; 39:560-575. [PMID: 35068322 DOI: 10.1080/09593985.2022.2025549] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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(A) BACKGROUND Home-based cardiac rehabilitation (CR) is an attractive alternative for frail older patients who are unable to participate in hospital-based CR. Yet, the feasibility of home-based CR provided by primary care physiotherapists (PTs) to these patients remains uncertain. (B) OBJECTIVE To investigate physiotherapists' (PTs) clinical experience with a guideline-centered, home-based CR protocol for frail older patients. (C) METHODS A qualitative study examined the home-based CR protocol of a randomized controlled trial. Observations and interviews of the CR-trained primary care PTs providing home-based CR were conducted until data saturation. Two researchers separately coded the findings according to the theoretical framework of Gurses. (D) RESULTS The enrolled PTs (n = 8) had a median age of 45 years (IQR 27-57), and a median work experience of 20 years (IQR 5-33). Three principal themes were identified that influence protocol-adherence by PTs and the feasibility of protocol-implementation: 1) feasibility of exercise testing and the exercise program; 2) patients' motivation and PTs' motivational techniques; and 3) interdisciplinary collaboration with other healthcare providers in monitoring patients' risks. (E) CONCLUSION Home-based CR for frail patients seems feasible for PTs. Recommendations on the optimal intensity, use of home-based exercise tests and measurement tools, and interventions to optimize self-regulation are needed to facilitate home-based CR.
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- Michel Terbraak
- Department of Physical Therapy, Center of Expertise Urban Vitality, Faculty of Health, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, Amsterdam, Netherlands.,Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Center of Expertise Urban Vitality, Faculty of Health, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, Amsterdam, Netherlands.,Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Center of Expertise Urban Vitality, Faculty of Health, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, Amsterdam, Netherlands.,Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Center of Expertise Urban Vitality, Faculty of Health, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, Amsterdam, Netherlands.,Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Department of Internal Medicine, Section of Geriatric Medicine, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Amsterdam, Netherlands.,HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Research Group Chronic Diseases, Utrecht, Netherlands
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Center of Expertise Urban Vitality, Faculty of Health, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, Amsterdam, Netherlands.,Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Department of Rehabilitation, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Herrero-Torrus M, Badosa N, Roqueta C, Ruiz-Bustillo S, Solé-González E, Belarte-Tornero LC, Valdivielso-Moré S, Vázquez O, Farré N. Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing a Multidisciplinary Intervention by a Geriatrician and a Cardiologist to Usual Care after a Heart Failure Hospitalization in Older Patients: The SENECOR Study. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11071932. [PMID: 35407540 PMCID: PMC8999953 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11071932] [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: 02/20/2022] [Revised: 03/25/2022] [Accepted: 03/28/2022] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Background: The prognosis of older patients after a heart failure (HF) hospitalization is poor. Methods: In this randomized trial, we consecutively assigned 150 patients 75 years old or older with a recent heart failure hospitalization to follow-up by a cardiologist (control) or follow-up by a cardiologist and a geriatrician (intervention). The primary outcome was all-cause hospitalization at a one-year follow-up. Results: All-cause hospitalization occurred in 47 of 75 patients (62.7%) in the intervention group and in 58 of 75 patients (77.3%) in the control group (hazard ratio, 0.67; 95% confidence interval, 0.46 to 0.99; p = 0.046). The number of patients with at least one HF hospitalization was similar in both groups (34.7% in the intervention group vs. 40% in the control group, p = 0.5). There were a total of 236 hospitalizations during the study period. The main reasons for hospitalization were heart failure (38.1%) and infection (14.8%). Mortality was 24.7%. Heart failure was the leading cause of mortality (54.1% of all deaths), without differences between groups. Conclusions: A follow-up by a cardiologist and geriatrician in older patients after an HF hospitalization was superior to a cardiologist’s follow-up in reducing all-cause hospitalization in older patients. (Funded by Beca Primitivo de la Vega, Fundación MAPFRE. ClinicalTrials.gov number, NCT03555318).
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- Marta Herrero-Torrus
- Geriatrics Department, Hospital del Mar, 08003 Barcelona, Spain; (M.H.-T.); (C.R.); (O.V.)
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- Heart Failure Unit, Cardiology Department, Hospital del Mar, 08003 Barcelona, Spain; (N.B.); (S.R.-B.); (E.S.-G.); (L.C.B.-T.); (S.V.-M.)
- Biomedical Research Group on Heart Disease, Hospital del Mar Medical Research Group (IMIM), 08003 Barcelona, Spain
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- Geriatrics Department, Hospital del Mar, 08003 Barcelona, Spain; (M.H.-T.); (C.R.); (O.V.)
- Department of Medicine, Universitat Autónoma de Barcelona, 08193 Barcelona, Spain
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- Heart Failure Unit, Cardiology Department, Hospital del Mar, 08003 Barcelona, Spain; (N.B.); (S.R.-B.); (E.S.-G.); (L.C.B.-T.); (S.V.-M.)
- Biomedical Research Group on Heart Disease, Hospital del Mar Medical Research Group (IMIM), 08003 Barcelona, Spain
- Department of Experimental and Health Sciences, Universitat Pompeu Fabra, 08002 Barcelona, Spain
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- Heart Failure Unit, Cardiology Department, Hospital del Mar, 08003 Barcelona, Spain; (N.B.); (S.R.-B.); (E.S.-G.); (L.C.B.-T.); (S.V.-M.)
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- Heart Failure Unit, Cardiology Department, Hospital del Mar, 08003 Barcelona, Spain; (N.B.); (S.R.-B.); (E.S.-G.); (L.C.B.-T.); (S.V.-M.)
- Biomedical Research Group on Heart Disease, Hospital del Mar Medical Research Group (IMIM), 08003 Barcelona, Spain
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- Heart Failure Unit, Cardiology Department, Hospital del Mar, 08003 Barcelona, Spain; (N.B.); (S.R.-B.); (E.S.-G.); (L.C.B.-T.); (S.V.-M.)
- Biomedical Research Group on Heart Disease, Hospital del Mar Medical Research Group (IMIM), 08003 Barcelona, Spain
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- Geriatrics Department, Hospital del Mar, 08003 Barcelona, Spain; (M.H.-T.); (C.R.); (O.V.)
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- Heart Failure Unit, Cardiology Department, Hospital del Mar, 08003 Barcelona, Spain; (N.B.); (S.R.-B.); (E.S.-G.); (L.C.B.-T.); (S.V.-M.)
- Biomedical Research Group on Heart Disease, Hospital del Mar Medical Research Group (IMIM), 08003 Barcelona, Spain
- Department of Medicine, Universitat Autónoma de Barcelona, 08193 Barcelona, Spain
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Zhu LY, Li MY, Li KH, Yang X, Yang YY, Zhao XX, Yan T, Li MM, Luo SQ, Zhang ML, Su JZ. Effect of Exercise Prescription Implementation Rate on Cardiovascular Events. Front Cardiovasc Med 2022; 8:753672. [PMID: 35187098 PMCID: PMC8850638 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2021.753672] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2021] [Accepted: 12/23/2021] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Exercise prescription of cardiac rehabilitation (CR) is vital in patients with cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) and those carrying high risk for CVDs. However, the relation between the implementation rate of exercise prescription and cardiovascular events (CVEs) is unclear. DESIGN AND METHODS In this retrospective study, using the administration data from the Rehabilitation Center in a hospital, patients aged ≥18 years with CVDs were consecutively enrolled from November 2018 to May 2021. Patients were divided into the high execution group (HEG) and low execution group (LEG) depending on whether they completed more than half the time of the exercise prescriptions. Baseline characteristics, ultrasonic cardiogram, cardiopulmonary exercise test, follow-up data, and CVEs were collected. RESULTS The mean age of the 197 CR patients was 61.8 ± 13.7 years and the mean follow-up duration was 10.9 ± 4.2 months. Among them, 15 patients suffered CVEs: 4 in the HEG and 11 in the LEG. The incidence of CVEs showed significant differences between HEG and LEG (chi-square test). Free-event survival analysis using Kaplan-Meier survival plots showed that patients in LEG had poor survival. Cox proportional hazards regression analysis revealed that the prescription implementation rate was an independent predictor of CVEs. CONCLUSIONS Our study suggested a significant effect of exercise prescription execution rate on the occurrence of CVEs. Further, the HEG of exercise prescription was associated with lower CVDs.
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- Li-Yue Zhu
- Rehabilitation Center, Zhejiang Hospital, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The School of Health, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
- Department of Cardiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The School of Health, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
- Department of Cardiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Rehabilitation Center, Zhejiang Hospital, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Rehabilitation Center, Zhejiang Hospital, Hangzhou, China
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- Rehabilitation Center, Zhejiang Hospital, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The School of Health, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
- Department of Cardiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Fuyang District Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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Krishna P. Assuring a Continuum of Care for Heart Failure Patients Through Postacute Care Collaboration. Prof Case Manag 2022; 28:3-10. [DOI: 10.1097/ncm.0000000000000600] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Lee JY, Yang YS, Cho E. Transitional care from hospital to home for frail older adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Geriatr Nurs 2021; 43:64-76. [PMID: 34823079 DOI: 10.1016/j.gerinurse.2021.11.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2021] [Revised: 10/30/2021] [Accepted: 11/02/2021] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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Frail older adults are vulnerable to hospitalization and transitional care is needed to maintain care continuity; however, there exists no review regarding transitional care focusing on frailty. This study aimed to investigate transitional care for frail older adults and its effectiveness. Search terms were (P) frail older adults; (I) transitional care initiated before discharge; (C) usual care; (O) all health outcomes. Fourteen trials were identified. The most measured outcome was readmission (n = 13), followed by mortality (n = 9), function (n = 7), quality of life (n = 5), and self-rated health (n = 5). Statistical significance effects were reported in the followings: n = 6, readmission; n = 0, mortality; n = 3, function; n = 2, quality of life; and n = 4, self-rated health. The meta-analysis demonstrated that transitional care reduced readmission at six months but not other time points nor mortality or quality of life. The intervention effectiveness was inconclusive; therefore, an evidence-based yet novel approach is necessary to establish an adequate transitional care intervention for frail older adults.
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- Ji Yeon Lee
- Yonsei University College of Nursing, Seoul, 03722, South Korea
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- Yonsei University College of Nursing, Seoul, 03722, South Korea
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- Mo-Im Kim Nursing Research Institute, Yonsei University College of Nursing, Seoul, 03722, South Korea.
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Daliri S, Kooij MJ, Scholte Op Reimer WJM, Ter Riet G, Jepma P, Verweij L, Peters RJG, Buurman BM, Karapinar-Çarkit F. Effects of a transitional care programme on medication adherence in an older cardiac population: A randomized clinical trial. Br J Clin Pharmacol 2021; 88:965-982. [PMID: 34410011 DOI: 10.1111/bcp.15044] [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: 04/18/2021] [Revised: 07/21/2021] [Accepted: 07/31/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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AIMS Medication non-adherence post-discharge is common among patients, especially those suffering from chronic medical conditions, and contributes to hospital admissions and mortality. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of the Cardiac Care Bridge (CCB) intervention on medication adherence post-discharge. METHODS We performed a secondary analysis of the CCB randomized single-blind trial, a study in patients ≥70 years, at high risk of functional loss and admitted to cardiology departments in six hospitals. In this multi-component intervention study, community nurses performed medication reconciliation and observed medication-related problems (MRPs) during post-discharge home visits, and pharmacists provided recommendations to resolve MRPs. Adherence to high-risk medications was measured using the proportion of days covered (PDC), using pharmacy refill data. Furthermore, MRPs were assessed in the intervention group. RESULTS For 198 (64.7%) of 306 CCB patients, data were available on adherence (mean age: 82 years; 58.9% of patients used a multidose drug dispensing [MDD] system). The mean PDC before admission was 92.3% in the intervention group (n = 99) and 88.5% in the control group (n = 99), decreasing to 85.2% and 84.1% post-discharge, respectively (unadjusted difference: -2.6% (95% CI -9.8 to 4.6, P = .473); adjusted difference -3.3 (95% CI -10.3 to 3.7, P = .353)). Post-hoc analysis indicated that a modest beneficial intervention effect may be restricted to MDD non-users (Pinteraction = .085). In total, 77.0% of the patients had at least one MRP post-discharge. CONCLUSIONS Our findings indicate that a multi-component intervention, including several components targeting medication adherence in older cardiac patients discharged from hospital back home, did not benefit their medication adherence levels. A modest positive effect on adherence may potentially exist in those patients not using an MDD system. This finding needs replication.
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- Sara Daliri
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, OLVG Hospital, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Department of Internal Medicine, section of Geriatric Medicine, Amsterdam UMC, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Community pharmacy, Service Apotheek Koning, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam UMC, Academic Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Research Group Chronic Diseases, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam UMC, Academic Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Centre of Expertise Urban Vitality, Faculty of Health, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam UMC, Academic Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Centre of Expertise Urban Vitality, Faculty of Health, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam UMC, Academic Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Centre of Expertise Urban Vitality, Faculty of Health, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam UMC, Academic Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Internal Medicine, section of Geriatric Medicine, Amsterdam UMC, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Centre of Expertise Urban Vitality, Faculty of Health, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Jepma P, Latour CHM, Ten Barge IHJ, Verweij L, Peters RJG, Scholte Op Reimer WJM, Buurman BM. Experiences of frail older cardiac patients with a nurse-coordinated transitional care intervention - a qualitative study. BMC Health Serv Res 2021; 21:786. [PMID: 34372851 PMCID: PMC8353821 DOI: 10.1186/s12913-021-06719-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2020] [Accepted: 06/29/2021] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Older cardiac patients are at high risk of readmission and mortality. Transitional care interventions (TCIs) might contribute to the prevention of adverse outcomes. The Cardiac Care Bridge program was a randomized nurse-coordinated TCI combining case management, disease management and home-based rehabilitation for hospitalized frail older cardiac patients. This qualitative study explored the experiences of patients' participating in this study, as part of a larger process evaluation as this might support interpretation of the neutral study outcomes. In addition, understanding these experiences could contribute to the design and application of future transitional care interventions for frail older cardiac patients. METHODS A generic qualitative approach was used. Semi-structured interviews were performed with 16 patients ≥70 years who participated in the intervention group. Participants were selected by gender, diagnosis, living arrangement and hospital of inclusion. Data were analysed using thematic analysis. In addition, quantitative data about intervention delivery were analysed. RESULTS Three themes emerged from the data: 1) appreciation of care continuity; 2) varying experiences with recovery and, 3) the influence of an existing care network. Participants felt supported by the transitional care intervention as they experienced post-discharge support and continuity of care. The perceived contribution of the program in participants' recovery varied. Some participants reported physical improvements while others felt impeded by comorbidities or frailty. The home visits by the community nurse were appreciated, although some participants did not recognize the added value. Participants with an existing healthcare provider network preferred to consult these providers instead of the providers who were involved in the transitional care intervention. CONCLUSION Our results contribute to an explanation of the neutral study of a nurse-coordinated transitional care intervention. For future purpose, it is important to identify which patients might benefit most from TCIs. Furthermore, the intensity and content of TCIs could be more personalized by tailoring interventions to older cardiac patients' needs, considering their frailty, self-management skills and existing formal and informal caregiver networks.
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- Patricia Jepma
- Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
- Center of Expertise Urban Vitality, Faculty of Health, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
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- Center of Expertise Urban Vitality, Faculty of Health, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Nursing Sciences, Program of Clinical Health Sciences, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Center of Expertise Urban Vitality, Faculty of Health, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Research Group Chronic Diseases, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Department of Internal Medicine, Section of Geriatric Medicine, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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