1
|
Le Grande MR, Salvacion M, Shwaita L, Murphy BM, Jackson AC, Alvarenga ME. Does coping style mediate the relationship between knowledge and psychosocial outcomes in women with atrial fibrillation? Front Psychiatry 2024; 15:1328111. [PMID: 38585480 PMCID: PMC10995340 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2024.1328111] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2023] [Accepted: 03/11/2024] [Indexed: 04/09/2024] Open
Abstract
Introduction In patients affected by atrial fibrillation (AF) disease-specific knowledge and coping style may be associated with psychosocial well-being. This study aimed to determine if coping style (problem-focused, emotion-focused, avoidance-focused) mediated the relationship between patient knowledge and three psychosocial outcomes (anxiety, depression and life satisfaction). Methods In 2021 a total of 188 women with reported AF, and ages ranging from 18 to 83 years (mean 48.7, sd 15.5 years), completed an online questionnaire consisting of sociodemographic, clinical and AF knowledge questions and psychosocial instruments (Anxiety and depression, the Hospital Anxiety and Depression (HADS) scale; life satisfaction, Satisfaction With Life Scale (SWLS); and coping style (Brief COPE). Using Jamovi statistical software three individual mediational models (for anxiety, depression and life satisfaction) were constructed assessing the direct and indirect relationships between knowledge, coping style and each psychosocial outcome. Age was a covariate in each model. Results The mediation analyses demonstrated significant direct negative associations between AF knowledge and HADS anxiety and depression and positive associations with SWLS. There were also direct associations between each of the three coping styles and the three psychosocial outcomes. There were significant indirect effects of coping style between AF knowledge and each of the three outcomes confirming partial mediation effects. Discussion These findings highlight the crucial role of coping style in mediating the association between AF knowledge and psychosocial outcomes. As such, interventions aimed at increasing patient knowledge of AF may be more effective if adaptive problem-solving coping strategies are also demonstrated to these patients. Additionally, modification of maladaptive coping strategies as part of the psychological management of patients with AF is highly recommended.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Michael R. Le Grande
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Melbourne Centre for Behaviour Change, School of Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
| | - Marielle Salvacion
- Institute of Health and Wellbeing, Federation University, Berwick, VIC, Australia
| | - Lubab Shwaita
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment, Deakin University, Burwood, VIC, Australia
| | - Barbara M. Murphy
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia
| | - Alun C. Jackson
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia
- Centre on Behavioral Health, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
| | - Marlies E. Alvarenga
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Institute of Health and Wellbeing, Federation University, Berwick, VIC, Australia
- Victorian Heart Institute, Clayton, VIC, Australia
- Department of Psychiatry, School of Clinical Sciences, Monash University, Clayton, VIC, Australia
| |
Collapse
|
2
|
Rogerson MC, Jackson AC, Navaratnam HS, Le Grande MR, Higgins RO, Clarke J, Murphy BM. Behavioural and psychological telehealth support for people with cardiac conditions: randomized trial of the 'back on track' self-management programme. Eur J Cardiovasc Nurs 2024; 23:42-54. [PMID: 36989400 DOI: 10.1093/eurjcn/zvad034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2022] [Revised: 03/21/2023] [Accepted: 03/22/2023] [Indexed: 03/31/2023]
Abstract
AIMS Behaviour modification and mood management are essential to recovery after a cardiac event. Recent times have seen a major shift to remote delivery of cardiac services. This study assessed behavioural and psychological outcomes of the Back on Track online self-management programme, comparing the programme undertaken alone (self-directed) vs. with telephone support (supported). Relevance for people with depression was also assessed. METHODS AND RESULTS Participants with cardiac conditions (n = 122) were randomly assigned to self-directed or supported groups and given access to the online programme for 2 months. The programme addressed depression, anxiety, physical activity, and healthy eating. Supported group participants also received two telephone sessions facilitated by a trained counsellor to further enhance their self-management skills and engagement with the online modules. The Patient Health Questionnaire-9, Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7, and Active Australia Survey and Diet Quality Tool were administered at baseline, 2, and 6 months. χ2 tests were used to compare self-directed and supported groups. Cochrane's Q tests assessed changes over time in depression, anxiety, and physical activity (PA) and healthy diet guideline achievement. Participants in both groups showed reduced depression rates (self-directed, P < 0.05) and increased PA after programme completion (both groups, P < 0.05). Amongst those classified as depressed at baseline, significantly fewer were classified as depressed over time (P < 0.001) and significantly more were achieving the PA guidelines (P < 0.01) compared to those who were not depressed at baseline. CONCLUSIONS The Back on Track telehealth programme was effective in assisting with behavioural and emotional recovery after a cardiac event. The programme may be particularly beneficial for those who are depressed early in their recovery period. TRIAL REGISTRATION Australian New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry: ACTRN12620000102976.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Michelle C Rogerson
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, 75-79 Chetwynd St, PO Box 2137, North Melbourne, VIC 3051, Australia
| | - Alun C Jackson
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, 75-79 Chetwynd St, PO Box 2137, North Melbourne, VIC 3051, Australia
- Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Centre on Behavioral Health, University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong
- PRC Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC, Australia
| | - Hema S Navaratnam
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, 75-79 Chetwynd St, PO Box 2137, North Melbourne, VIC 3051, Australia
| | - Michael R Le Grande
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, 75-79 Chetwynd St, PO Box 2137, North Melbourne, VIC 3051, Australia
- Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
| | - Rosemary O Higgins
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, 75-79 Chetwynd St, PO Box 2137, North Melbourne, VIC 3051, Australia
- Department of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia
- Department of Physiotherapy, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
| | - Joanne Clarke
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, 75-79 Chetwynd St, PO Box 2137, North Melbourne, VIC 3051, Australia
| | - Barbara M Murphy
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, 75-79 Chetwynd St, PO Box 2137, North Melbourne, VIC 3051, Australia
- Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
| |
Collapse
|
3
|
Murphy BM, Rogerson MC, Le Grande MR, Hesselson S, Iismaa SE, Graham RM, Jackson AC. Psychosocial and lifestyle impacts of spontaneous coronary artery dissection: A quantitative study. PLoS One 2024; 19:e0296224. [PMID: 38181032 PMCID: PMC10769080 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0296224] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2023] [Accepted: 12/07/2023] [Indexed: 01/07/2024] Open
Abstract
INTRODUCTION Recent studies suggest that acute myocardial infarction due to spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) carries significant psychosocial burden. This survey-based quantitative study builds on our earlier qualitative investigation of the psychosocial impacts of SCAD in Australian SCAD survivors. The study aimed to document the prevalence and predictors of a broad range of psychosocial and lifestyle impacts of SCAD. METHOD Australian SCAD survivors currently enrolled in the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute genetics study were invited to participate in an online survey to assess the psychosocial impacts of SCAD. Participants completed a questionnaire, developed using findings from our earlier qualitative research, which assessed 48 psychosocial and five lifestyle impacts of SCAD. Participants also provided demographic and medical data and completed validated measures of anxiety and depression. RESULTS Of 433 SCAD survivors invited to participate, 310 (72%) completed the questionnaire. The most common psychosocial impacts were 'shock about having a heart attack' (experienced by 87% respondents), 'worry about having another SCAD' (81%), 'concern about triggering another SCAD' (77%), 'uncertainty about exercise and physical activity' (73%) and 'confusion about safe levels of activity and exertion' (73.0%) and 'being overly aware of bodily sensations' (73%). In terms of lifestyle impacts, the SCAD had impacted on work capacity for almost two thirds of participants, while one in ten had sought financial assistance. The key predictors of psychosocial impacts were being under 50, current financial strain, and trade-level education. The key predictors of lifestyle impacts were being over 50, SCAD recurrence, trade-level education, and current financial strain. All psychosocial impacts and some lifestyle impacts were associated with increased risk of anxiety and/or depression. CONCLUSION AND IMPLICATIONS This quantitative study extends our previous qualitative investigation by documenting the prevalence of each of 48 psychosocial and five lifestyle impacts identified in our earlier focus group research, and by providing risk factors for greater SCAD impacts. The findings suggest the need for supports to address initial experiences of shock, as well as fears and uncertainties regarding the future, including SCAD recurrence and exercise resumption. Support could be targeted to those with identified risk factors. Strategies to enable SCAD survivors to remain in or return to the paid workforce are also indicated.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Barbara M. Murphy
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- School of Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
| | | | - Michael R. Le Grande
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- School of Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
| | | | - Siiri E. Iismaa
- Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- St Vincent’s Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
| | - Robert M. Graham
- Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- St Vincent’s Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
| | - Alun C. Jackson
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- School of Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Centre on Behavioral Health, University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong
| |
Collapse
|
4
|
Le Grande MR, Murphy B, Kerr D, Beauchamp A, Driscoll A, Jackson AC. Barriers and enablers to screening, management and referral of sleep disorders in patients attending cardiac rehabilitation: A qualitative descriptive study. J Adv Nurs 2024; 80:136-149. [PMID: 37401808 DOI: 10.1111/jan.15765] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2022] [Revised: 05/30/2023] [Accepted: 06/21/2023] [Indexed: 07/05/2023]
Abstract
AIMS To examine healthcare professional's knowledge about assessment and management of sleep disorders for cardiac patients and to describe the barriers to screening and management in cardiac rehabilitation settings. DESIGN A qualitative descriptive study. Data were collected via semi-structured interviews. METHODS In March 2022, a total of seven focus groups and two interviews were conducted with healthcare professionals who currently work in cardiac rehabilitation settings. Participants included 17 healthcare professionals who had undertaken cardiac rehabilitation training within the past 5 years. The study adheres to the consolidated criteria for reporting qualitative research guidelines. An inductive thematic analysis approach was utilized. RESULTS Six themes and 20 sub-themes were identified. Non-validated approaches to identify sleep disorders (such as asking questions) were often used in preference to validated instruments. However, participants reported positive attitudes regarding screening tools provided they did not adversely affect the therapeutic relationship with patients and benefit to patients could be demonstrated. Participants indicated minimal training in sleep issues, and limited knowledge of professional guidelines and recommended that more patient educational materials are needed. CONCLUSION Introduction of screening for sleep disorders in cardiac rehabilitation settings requires consideration of resources, the therapeutic relationship with patients and the demonstrated clinical benefit of extra screening. Awareness and familiarity of professional guidelines may improve confidence for nurses in the management of sleep disorders for patients with cardiac illness. IMPACTS The findings from this study address healthcare professionals' concerns regarding introduction of screening for sleep disorders for patients with cardiovascular disease. The results indicate concern for therapeutic relationships and patient management and have implications for nursing in settings such as cardiac rehabilitation and post-cardiac event counselling. REPORTING METHOD Adherence to COREQ guidelines was maintained. PATIENT OR PUBLIC CONTRIBUTION No Patient or Public Contribution as this study explored health professionals' experiences only.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Michael R Le Grande
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, North Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Centre for Quality and Patient Safety Research, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Deakin University, Geelong, Victoria, Australia
- Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
| | - Barbara Murphy
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, North Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
| | - Debra Kerr
- Centre for Quality and Patient Safety Research, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Deakin University, Geelong, Victoria, Australia
| | - Alison Beauchamp
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, North Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Department of Medicine-Western Health, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- School of Rural Health, Monash University, Warragul, Victoria, Australia
| | - Andrea Driscoll
- Centre for Quality and Patient Safety Research, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Deakin University, Geelong, Victoria, Australia
| | - Alun C Jackson
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, North Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Centre on Behavioural Health, Hong Kong University, Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong
| |
Collapse
|
5
|
Le Grande MR, Murphy BM, Rogerson MC, Ski CF, Amerena J, Smith JA, Hoover V, Alvarenga ME, Higgins RO, Thompson DR, Jackson AC. Development of a short form of the Cardiac Distress Inventory. BMC Cardiovasc Disord 2023; 23:408. [PMID: 37596516 PMCID: PMC10439557 DOI: 10.1186/s12872-023-03439-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2023] [Accepted: 08/08/2023] [Indexed: 08/20/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Cardiac distress may be viewed as a persistent negative emotional state that spans multiple psychosocial domains and challenges a patient's capacity to cope with living with their heart condition. The Cardiac Distress Inventory (CDI) is a disease-specific clinical assessment tool that captures the complexity of this distress. In busy settings such as primary care, cardiac rehabilitation, and counselling services, however, there is a need to administer briefer tools to aid in identification and screening. The aim of the present study was to develop a short, valid screening version of the CDI. METHODS A total of 405 participants reporting an acute coronary event in the previous 12 months was recruited from three hospitals, through social media and by direct enrolment on the study website. Participants completed an online survey which included the full version of the CDI and general distress measures including the Kessler K6, Patient Health Questionnaire-4, and Emotion Thermometers. Relationship of the CDI with these instruments, Rasch analysis model fit and clinical expertise were all used to select items for the short form (CDI-SF). Construct validity and receiver operating characteristics in relation to the Kessler K6 were examined. RESULTS The final 12 item CDI-SF exhibited excellent internal consistency indicative of unidimensionality and good convergent and discriminant validity in comparison to clinical status measures, all indicative of good construct validity. Using the K6 validated cutoff of ≥ 18 as the reference variable, the CDI-SF had a very high Area Under the Curve (AUC) (AUC = 0.913 (95% CI: 0.88 to 0.94). A CDI-SF score of ≥ 13 was found to indicate general cardiac distress which may warrant further investigation using the original CDI. CONCLUSION The psychometric findings detailed here indicate that the CDI-SF provides a brief psychometrically sound screening measure indicative of general cardiac distress, that can be used in both clinical and research settings.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Michael R Le Grande
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Melbourne Centre for Behaviour Change, School of Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
| | - Barbara M Murphy
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia
| | | | - Chantal F Ski
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Integrated Care Academy, University of Suffolk, Ipswich, UK
- Department of Psychiatry, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
| | - John Amerena
- Barwon Health, Geelong, VIC, Australia
- Deakin School of Medicine, University Hospital Geelong, Geelong, VIC, Australia
| | - Julian A Smith
- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Monash Health, Clayton, VIC, Australia
- Department of Surgery, School of Clinical Sciences at Monash Health, Monash University, Clayton, VIC, Australia
- Victorian Heart Institute, Clayton, VIC, Australia
| | - Valerie Hoover
- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, USA
| | - Marlies E Alvarenga
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Victorian Heart Institute, Clayton, VIC, Australia
- Institute of Health and Wellbeing, Federation University, Berwick, VIC, Australia
- Monash Health & Department of Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, VIC, Australia
| | - Rosemary O Higgins
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Department of Physiotherapy, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia
| | - David R Thompson
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Department of Psychiatry, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Queen's University Belfast, Belfast, UK
| | - Alun C Jackson
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.
- Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia.
- Centre on Behavioral Health, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China.
| |
Collapse
|
6
|
Murphy BM, Navaratnam HS, Le Grande MR, Higgins RO, Rogerson MC, Elliott P, Worcester MUC, Jackson AC. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Enhances Survival in Cardiac Patients Aged Under 60: 14-YEAR OUTCOMES OF THE BEATING HEART PROBLEMS PROGRAM TRIAL. J Cardiopulm Rehabil Prev 2023; 43:170-178. [PMID: 36862021 DOI: 10.1097/hcr.0000000000000753] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/03/2023]
Abstract
PURPOSE To optimize recovery and improve prognosis, people who have had an acute cardiac event (ACE) need support to manage their cardiac risk. In 2008, we conducted a randomized controlled trial (RCT) of Beating Heart Problems (BHP) , an 8-wk group program based on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing (MI), designed to improve behavioral and mental health. This study investigated 14-yr mortality status for RCT participants in order to evaluate the survival impact of the BHP program. METHODS In 2021, mortality data on 275 participants from the earlier RCT were obtained from the Australian National Death Index. Survival analysis was undertaken to investigate differences in survival for participants in the treatment and control groups. RESULTS Over the 14-yr follow-up period, there were 52 deaths (18.9%). For those aged <60 yr, there was a significant survival benefit to program participation, with 3% deaths in the treatment group and 13% deaths in the control group ( P = .022). For those aged ≥60 yr, the death rate was identical in both groups (30%). Other significant predictors of mortality included older age, higher 2-yr risk score, lower functional capacity, lower self-rated health, and having no private health insurance. CONCLUSIONS Participation in the BHP conferred a survival benefit for patients aged <60 yr but not for participants overall. The findings highlight the long-term benefit of behavioral and psychosocial management of cardiac risk through CBT and MI for those who are younger at the time of their first ACE.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Barbara M Murphy
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia (Drs Murphy, Higgins, Rogerson, Worcester, and Jackson, Ms Navaratnam, and Mr Le Grande); Faculty of Health (Drs Murphy and Jackson and Mr Le Grande) and Department of Psychology (Dr Higgins), Deakin University, Geelong, Australia; Centre for Behaviour Change (Mr Le Grande), School of Psychological Sciences (Drs Murphy and Jackson), and Department of Physiotherapy (Dr Higgins) and Phoenix Australia Centre for Posttraumatic Mental Health (Dr Elliott), University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia; Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia (Dr Worcester); and Centre on Behavioral Health, University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong (Dr Jackson)
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
7
|
Jackson AC, Grande MRL, Rogerson MC, Ski CF, Amerena J, Smith JA, Hoover V, Alvarenga ME, Higgins RO, Thompson DR, Murphy BM. The cardiac distress inventory: A new measure of psychosocial distress associated with an acute cardiac event. BMC Cardiovasc Disord 2022; 22:460. [PMID: 36329396 PMCID: PMC9633013 DOI: 10.1186/s12872-022-02897-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2022] [Accepted: 10/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
Abstract
Background Many challenges are posed by the experience of a heart attack or heart surgery which can be characterised as ‘cardiac distress’. It spans multiple psychosocial domains incorporating patients’ responses to physical, affective, cognitive, behavioural and social symptoms and experiences related to their cardiac event and their recovery. Although some measures of the psychological and emotional impacts of a cardiac event exist, none provides a comprehensive assessment of cardiac distress. To address this gap, the study aimed to develop a Cardiac Distress Inventory (CDI) using best practice in instrument design. Method An item pool was generated through analysis of cognate measures, mostly in relation to other health conditions and through focus group and individual review by a multidisciplinary development team, cardiac patients, and end-users including cardiac rehabilitation co-ordinators. The resulting 144 items were reduced through further reviews to 74 for testing. The testing was carried out with 405 people recruited from three hospitals, through social media and by direct enrolment on the study website. A two-stage psychometric evaluation of the 74 items used exploratory factor analysis to extract the factors followed by Rasch analysis to confirm dimensionality within factors. Results Psychometric analysis resulted in the identification of 55 items comprising eight subscales, to form the CDI. The subscales assess fear and uncertainty, disconnection and hopelessness, changes to roles and relationships, overwhelm and depletion, cognitive challenges, physical challenges, health system challenges, and death concerns. Validation against the Kessler 6 supports the criterion validity of the CDI. Conclusion The CDI reflects a nuanced understanding of cardiac distress and should prove to be a useful clinical assessment tool, as well as a research instrument. Individual subscales or the complete CDI could be used to assess or monitor specific areas of distress in clinical practice. Development of a short form screening version for use in primary care, cardiac rehabilitation and counselling services is warranted. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12872-022-02897-y.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Alun C Jackson
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia. .,Centre on Behavioral Health, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China.
| | - Michael R Le Grande
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,Melbourne Centre for Behaviour Change, School of Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
| | | | - Chantal F Ski
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,Integrated Care Academy, University of Suffolk, Ipswich, UK.,Department of Psychiatry, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
| | - John Amerena
- Barwon Health, Geelong, VIC, Australia.,Deakin School of Medicine, University Hospital Geelong, Geelong, VIC, Australia
| | - Julian A Smith
- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Monash Health, Clayton, VIC, Australia.,Department of Surgery, School of Clinical Sciences at Monash Health), Monash University, Clayton, VIC, Australia
| | - Valerie Hoover
- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, USA
| | - Marlies E Alvarenga
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,Institute of Health and Wellbeing, Federation University, Berwick, VIC, Australia.,Victorian Heart Institute, Clayton, VIC, Australia.,Monash Health & Department of Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, VIC, Australia
| | - Rosemary O Higgins
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,Department of Physiotherapy, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia
| | - David R Thompson
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,Department of Psychiatry, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,School of Nursing and Midwifery, Queen's University Belfast, Belfast, UK
| | - Barbara M Murphy
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia
| |
Collapse
|
8
|
Jackson AC, Rogerson MC, Amerena J, Smith J, Hoover V, Alvarenga ME, Higgins RO, Grande MRL, Ski CF, Thompson DR, Murphy BM. Unraveling the Complexity of Cardiac Distress: A Study of Prevalence and Severity. Front Psychiatry 2022; 13:808904. [PMID: 35432039 PMCID: PMC9009040 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2022.808904] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2021] [Accepted: 02/23/2022] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
Abstract
INTRODUCTION While much research attention has been paid to anxiety and depression in people who have had a recent cardiac event, relatively little has focused on the broader concept of cardiac distress. Cardiac distress is a multidimensional construct that incorporates but extends beyond common mood disorders such as anxiety and depression. In the present study we assessed the prevalence, severity and predictors of a broad range of physical, affective, cognitive, behavioral and social symptoms of cardiac distress. This is the first study to investigate cardiac distress in this comprehensive way. METHOD A sample of 194 patients was recruited from two hospitals in Australia. Eligible participants were those who had recently been hospitalized for an acute cardiac event. Data were collected at patients' outpatient clinic appointment ~8 weeks after their hospital discharge. Using a questionnaire developed through a protocol-driven 3-step process, participants reported on whether they had experienced each of 74 issues and concerns in the past 4 weeks, and the associated level of distress. They also provided sociodemographic and medical information. Regression analyses were used to identify risk factors for elevated distress. RESULTS Across the 74 issues and concerns, prevalence ratings ranged from a high of 66% to a low of 6%. The most commonly endorsed items were within the domains of dealing with symptoms, fear of the future, negative affect, and social isolation. Common experiences were "being physically restricted" (66%), "lacking energy" (60%), "being short of breath" (60%), "thinking I will never be the same again" (57%), and "not sleeping well" (51%). While less prevalent, "not having access to the health care I need," "being concerned about my capacity for sexual activity," and "being unsupported by family and friends" were reported as highly distressing (74, 64, and 62%) for those experiencing these issues. Having a mental health history and current financial strain were key risk factors for elevated distress. CONCLUSION AND IMPLICATIONS Specific experiences of distress appear to be highly prevalent in people who have had a recent cardiac event. Understanding these specific fears, worries and stressors has important implications for the identification and management of post-event mental health and, in turn, for supporting patients in their post-event cardiac recovery.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Alun C Jackson
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,Center on Behavioral Health, Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC, Australia.,Behavioral Health, University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR, China
| | | | - John Amerena
- Barwon Health, Geelong, VIC, Australia.,Deakin School of Medicine, University Hospital Geelong, Geelong, VIC, Australia
| | - Julian Smith
- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Monash Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,Department of Surgery, School of Clinical Sciences, Monash Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
| | - Valerie Hoover
- Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Stanford Women's Heart Health Clinic, Stanford, CA, United States
| | - Marlies E Alvarenga
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,School of Health and Life Sciences, Federation University Australia, Berwick, VIC, Australia.,Victorian Heart Institute, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,Monash Health & Department of Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
| | - Rosemary O Higgins
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,Department of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC, Australia.,Department of Physiotherapy, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
| | - Michael R Le Grande
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,Centre for Behaviour Change, Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
| | - Chantal F Ski
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,Integrated Care Academy, University of Suffolk, Ipswich, United Kingdom.,Department of Psychiatry, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
| | - David R Thompson
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,Department of Psychiatry, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,School of Nursing and Midwifery, Queen's University Belfast, Belfast, United Kingdom
| | - Barbara M Murphy
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.,Center on Behavioral Health, Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC, Australia.,Department of Psychology, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
| |
Collapse
|
9
|
Rogerson MC, Jackson AC, Navaratnam HS, Le Grande MR, Higgins RO, Clarke J, Murphy BM. Getting "Back on Track" After a Cardiac Event: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial of a Web-Based Self-management Program. JMIR Res Protoc 2021; 10:e34534. [PMID: 34941550 PMCID: PMC8738993 DOI: 10.2196/34534] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2021] [Accepted: 11/15/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
Abstract
Background After a cardiac event, a large majority of patients with cardiac conditions do not achieve recommended behavior change targets for secondary prevention. Mental health issues can also impact the ability to engage in health behavior change. There is a need for innovative, flexible, and theory-driven eHealth programs, which include evidence-based strategies to assist patients with cardiac conditions with their recovery, especially in behavioral and emotional self-management. Objective The aim of this study is to determine the short- and longer-term behavioral and emotional well-being outcomes of the Back on Track web-based self-management program. In addition, this study will test whether there is enhanced benefit of providing one-on-one telephone support from a trained lifestyle counselor, over and above benefit obtained through completing the web-based program alone. Methods People who have experienced a cardiac event in the previous 12 months and have access to the internet will be eligible for this study (N=120). Participants will be randomly assigned to one of the two study conditions: either “self-directed” completion of the Back on Track program (without assistance) or “supported” completion of the Back on Track program (additional 2 telephone sessions with a lifestyle counselor). All participants will have access to the web-based Back on Track program for 2 months. Telephone sessions with the supported arm participants will occur at approximately 2 and 6 weeks post enrollment. Measures will be assessed at baseline, and then 2 and 6 months later. Outcome measures assessed at all 3 timepoints include dietary intake, physical activity and sitting time, smoking status, anxiety and depression, stage of change, and self-efficacy in relation to behavioral and emotional self-management, quality of life, and self-rated health and well-being. A demographic questionnaire will be included at baseline only and program acceptability at 2 months only. Results Recruitment began in May 2020 and concluded in August 2021. Data collection for the 6-month follow-up will be completed by February 2022, and data analysis and publication of results will be completed by June 2022. A total of 122 participants were enrolled in this study. Conclusions The Back on Track trial will enable us to quantify the behavioral and emotional improvements obtained and maintained for patients with cardiac conditions and, in particular, to compare two modes of delivery: (1) fully self-directed delivery and (2) supported by a lifestyle counselor. We anticipate that the web-based Back on Track program will assist patients in their recovery and self-management after an acute event, and represents an effective, flexible, and easily accessible adjunct to center-based rehabilitation programs. Trial Registration Australian New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry ACTRN12620000102976; http://www.anzctr.org.au/Trial/Registration/TrialReview.aspx?id=378920&isReview=true International Registered Report Identifier (IRRID) DERR1-10.2196/34534
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | - Alun C Jackson
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, North Melbourne, Australia.,Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia.,Centre on Behavioral Health, University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, China
| | | | | | - Rosemary O Higgins
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, North Melbourne, Australia.,Department of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia.,Department of Physiotherapy, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
| | - Joanne Clarke
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, North Melbourne, Australia
| | - Barbara M Murphy
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, North Melbourne, Australia.,Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia.,Department of Psychology, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
| |
Collapse
|
10
|
Le Grande MR, Jackson AC, Beauchamp A, Kerr D, Driscoll A. Diagnostic accuracy and suitability of instruments that screen for obstructive sleep apnoea, insomnia and sleep quality in cardiac patients: a meta-analysis. Sleep Med 2021; 86:135-160. [PMID: 33674192 DOI: 10.1016/j.sleep.2021.02.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2020] [Revised: 01/29/2021] [Accepted: 02/08/2021] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND A number of clinical guidelines recommend that all cardiac rehabilitation patients should be screened for potential sleep disorders with a validated screening instrument. There is currently no consensus on what specific tools should be used. OBJECTIVE To identify tools that are practical to use in the clinical environment and have high diagnostic accuracy. METHODS We systematically searched online databases to identify patient reported outcome instruments that have been used in published research studies to assess the likelihood of obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) in cardiac patients. In studies that provided diagnostic data, these data were extracted and verified via an evidence-based diagnostic calculator. Where sufficient numbers of studies were available, a meta-analysis was conducted to determine pooled estimates of specificity, sensitivity and diagnostic odds ratios. Selected papers were qualitatively assessed using the Standards for Reporting Diagnostic accuracy studies (STARD). RESULTS Of the 21 instruments identified, six detected likelihood of OSA, two assessed daytime sleepiness, five assessed insomnia and eight examined sleep quality. A meta-analysis of 14 studies that assessed diagnostic accuracy of moderate OSA, revealed moderate sensitivity for the Berlin Questionnaire, Sens = 0.49 (95% CI 0.45-0.52) and good sensitivity for the Stop-BANG, Sens = 0.93 (95% CI 0.87-0.96) but poor specificity at standard cut-off criteria. CONCLUSION There are promising practical tools available to screen patients with OSA and other sleep disorders in cardiac rehabilitation settings, but specificity could be improved. Additional assessment of sleep quality may enhance prognostic ability with both OSA and insomnia screening.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Michael R Le Grande
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, 75 Chetwynd Street, North Melbourne, VIC, 3051, Australia; Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Burwood, VIC, 3216, Australia; Melbourne Centre for Behaviour Change, School of Psychological Sciences, The University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, 3052, Australia.
| | - Alun C Jackson
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, 75 Chetwynd Street, North Melbourne, VIC, 3051, Australia; Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Burwood, VIC, 3216, Australia; Centre on Behavioural Health, Hong Kong University, Pakfulam, Hong Kong
| | - Alison Beauchamp
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, 75 Chetwynd Street, North Melbourne, VIC, 3051, Australia; Department of Medicine - Western Health, The University of Melbourne, VIC, 3052, Australia; Australian Institute for Musculoskeletal Science (AIMSS), St. Albans, VIC, 3021, Australia; School of Rural Health, Monash University, Newborough, VIC, 3825, Australia
| | - Debra Kerr
- Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Burwood, VIC, 3216, Australia
| | - Andrea Driscoll
- Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Burwood, VIC, 3216, Australia; Centre for Quality and Patient Safety Research, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC, 3220, Australia
| |
Collapse
|
11
|
Le Grande MR, Beauchamp A, Driscoll A, Jackson AC. Prevalence of obstructive sleep apnoea in acute coronary syndrome patients: systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Cardiovasc Disord 2020; 20:147. [PMID: 32209053 PMCID: PMC7092582 DOI: 10.1186/s12872-020-01430-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2019] [Accepted: 03/12/2020] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
Abstract
Background Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) has been recognised as a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension and cardiovascular events such as acute coronary syndrome (ACS). Since it is also known to reduce exercise tolerance, it is important to establish the prevalence of OSA in ACS patients, particularly in those who are commencing cardiac rehabilitation (CR) programs. Methods Using PRISMA guidelines a systematic search was conducted in order to identify studies that objectively measured (using polysomnography or portable monitoring) the prevalence of OSA in ACS patients following hospital admission. A data extraction table was used to summarise study characteristics and the quality of studies were independently assessed using the Joanna Briggs Institute Prevalence Critical Appraisal Tool. Meta-analysis of the selected studies was conducted in order to estimate OSA prevalence as a function of the two main methods of measurement, the severity of OSA, and timing of the OSA assessment following ACS hospital admission. Results Pooled prevalence estimates of OSA using the “gold standard” polysomnography ranged from 22% for severe OSA to 70% for mild OSA, at any time after hospital admission. Similar prevalence estimates were obtained using portable monitoring, but interpretation of these results are limited by the significant heterogeneity observed among these studies. Conclusions Prevalence of OSA following ACS is high and likely to be problematic upon patient entry into CR programs. Routine screening for OSA upon program entry may be necessary to optimise effectiveness of CR for these patients.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Michael R Le Grande
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, 75 Chetwynd Street, North Melbourne, VIC, 3051, Australia. .,Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Burwood, VIC, 3216, Australia. .,Melbourne Centre for Behaviour Change, School of Psychological Sciences, The University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, 3052, Australia.
| | - Alison Beauchamp
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, 75 Chetwynd Street, North Melbourne, VIC, 3051, Australia.,Department of Medicine -Western Health, The University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, 3052, Australia.,Australian Institute for Musculoskeletal Science (AIMSS), St.Albans, VIC, 3021, Australia.,School of Rural Health, Monash University, Newborough, VIC, 3825, Australia
| | - Andrea Driscoll
- Centre for Quality and Patient Safety Research, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC, 3220, Australia
| | - Alun C Jackson
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, 75 Chetwynd Street, North Melbourne, VIC, 3051, Australia.,Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Burwood, VIC, 3216, Australia.,Centre on Behavioural Health, Hong Kong University, Pakfulam, Hong Kong
| |
Collapse
|
12
|
Jackson AC, Frydenberg E, Koey XM, Fernandez A, Higgins RO, Stanley T, Liang RPT, Le Grande MR, Murphy BM. Enhancing Parental Coping with a Child's Heart Condition: A Co-production Pilot Study. Compr Child Adolesc Nurs 2019; 43:314-333. [PMID: 31584303 DOI: 10.1080/24694193.2019.1671915] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
Abstract
Families of children with congenital heart disease (CHD) can have difficulties coping with the stress of their child's condition and would benefit from assistance to cope better. To address the needs of these parents, the Australian Center for Heart Health/HeartKids Australia/Melbourne Graduate School of Education co-produced Family Coping Project was initiated. This project involved two systematic literature reviews, interviews with parents of children with CHD, and the development and piloting of a manualised parental coping program. The primary aims of the pilot study were to determine whether the program would: attract high needs families; enhance the coping self-efficacy of parents; and be acceptable to parents in terms of content and mode of delivery. The secondary aims were to investigate whether the program would impact on parental coping, parental stress and general stress. Parents completed pre-, post-program and 6-month follow up assessment measures, with parent stress scores being compared to stress scores reported for other chronic condition parent carer groups. Twenty-one parents participated and provided baseline data. They were found to be significantly more stressed than other parent carer groups. Eleven parents completed post-program data and 13 completed 6-month follow-up data. There was a significant increase in parents' coping self-efficacy from pre- to post-program, and from pre- to 6-months. Parents' use of productive coping styles increased significantly from pre- to post-program. The program was rated as highly acceptable in terms of content and delivery mode. The pilot provides strong evidence for upscaling the program in conjunction with individualized psychological support for parents to extend knowledge acquisition and attitude change into enhanced coping skills and demonstrated the benefits of a co-production process.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Alun C Jackson
- Australian Centre for Heart Health , Melbourne, Australia.,Faculty of Health, Deakin University , Geelong, Australia.,Melbourne Graduate School of Education, University of Melbourne , Melbourne, Australia.,Centre on Behavioural Health, Hong Kong University , Hong Kong, People's Republic of China
| | - Erica Frydenberg
- Melbourne Graduate School of Education, University of Melbourne , Melbourne, Australia
| | - Xui Min Koey
- Melbourne Graduate School of Education, University of Melbourne , Melbourne, Australia
| | - Amanda Fernandez
- Melbourne Graduate School of Education, University of Melbourne , Melbourne, Australia
| | - Rosemary O Higgins
- Australian Centre for Heart Health , Melbourne, Australia.,Faculty of Health, Deakin University , Geelong, Australia.,Department of Physiotherapy, University of Melbourne , Melbourne, Australia
| | - Tracy Stanley
- HeartKids Australia Family Support Program, Royal Children's Hospital , Melbourne, Australia
| | - Rachel Pui-Tak Liang
- Melbourne Graduate School of Education, University of Melbourne , Melbourne, Australia
| | - Michael R Le Grande
- Australian Centre for Heart Health , Melbourne, Australia.,Faculty of Health, Deakin University , Geelong, Australia
| | - Barbara M Murphy
- Australian Centre for Heart Health , Melbourne, Australia.,Faculty of Health, Deakin University , Geelong, Australia.,Department of Psychology, University of Melbourne , Melbourne, Australia
| |
Collapse
|
13
|
Le Grande MR, Tucker G, Bunker S, Jackson AC. Validating the Short Form-12 and the development of disease-specific norms in a cohort of Australian private health insurance members. Aust J Prim Health 2019; 25:90-96. [DOI: 10.1071/py18069] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2018] [Accepted: 11/29/2018] [Indexed: 01/18/2023]
Abstract
Despite the large number of Australians with private health insurance (PHI), normative quality-of-life data are not available for this population. The Short Form (SF)-12 has been used to characterise the health-related quality of life of Australians in the general population, but there is debate concerning the appropriate algorithm that should be used to calculate its physical and mental component summary scores. The standard (orthogonal method) approach assumes that the mental and physical components are unrelated, whereas an alternate approach (the correlated method) assumes that the two components are related. A consecutive sample of 24957 PHI members with four major initial disease conditions were administered the SF-12 via phone and 4330 participants were followed up at a mean of 16 months after the first survey. The SF-12 was scored using both the orthogonal and correlated methods, and both scoring models were assessed for model fit and ability to discriminate between the four major disease conditions. Confirmatory factor analysis demonstrated superior model fit and improved discriminative validity when the SF-12 was scored using the correlated method instead of the default orthogonal method. Further, the correlated method demonstrated utility by producing scores that were responsive to change over time.
Collapse
|
14
|
Murray KJ, Le Grande MR, Ortega de Mues A, Azari MF. Characterisation of the correlation between standing lordosis and degenerative joint disease in the lower lumbar spine in women and men: a radiographic study. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2017; 18:330. [PMID: 28764702 PMCID: PMC5539892 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-017-1696-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2016] [Accepted: 07/24/2017] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Degenerative joint disease (DJD) in the lumbar spine is a common condition that is associated with chronic low back pain. Excessive loading of lumbar joints is a risk factor for DJD. Changes in lumbar lordosis significantly redistribute the forces of weight-bearing on the facet joints and the intervertebral discs. However, the relationship between lumbar lordosis and DJD has not been characterized in men and women. METHODS We characterised the correlation between standing lumbar lordosis and DJD in standing radiographic images from 301 adult female and male chiropractic patients. DJD was rated using the Kellgren-Lawrence scale, and lordosis was measured using the Cobb angle. Linear and curvilinear correlations were investigated while controlling for age and sex. RESULTS We found a highly significant curvilinear correlation between lordosis and DJD of the lower lumbar spine in both sexes, but especially in women, irrespective of the effects of age. We found the effect size of lordosis on lower lumbar DJD to be between 17.4 and 18.1% in women and 12.9% in older men. In addition, lordosis of 65 (95% CI 55.3-77.7) and 68 (98% CI 58.7-73.3) degrees were associated with minimal DJD in the lower lumbar spine of women and men respectively, and were therefore considered 'optimal'. This optimal lordotic angle was 73 (95% CI 58.8-87.2) degrees in older men. CONCLUSIONS Both hypo- and hyper-lordosis correlate with DJD in the lumbar spine, particularly in women and in older men. These findings may well be of relevance to spinal pain management and spinal rehabilitation.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Kelvin J Murray
- School of Health & Biomedical Sciences, RMIT University, PO Box 71, Bundoora, Melbourne, VIC 3083, Australia
| | - Michael R Le Grande
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, Australia.,Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Melbourne, Australia
| | | | - Michael F Azari
- School of Health & Biomedical Sciences, RMIT University, PO Box 71, Bundoora, Melbourne, VIC 3083, Australia.
| |
Collapse
|
15
|
Rogerson MC, Le Grande MR, Dunstan DW, Magliano DJ, Murphy BM, Salmon J, Gardiner PA, Jackson AC. Television Viewing Time and 13-Year Mortality in Adults With Cardiovascular Disease: Data From the Australian Diabetes, Obesity and Lifestyle Study (AusDiab). Heart Lung Circ 2017; 26:e98-e99. [PMID: 28528778 DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2017.03.153] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2017] [Accepted: 03/05/2017] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Michelle C Rogerson
- Australian Centre for Heart Health (formerly known as the Heart Research Centre), Melbourne, Vic, Australia; Deakin University, Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition Research, Melbourne, Vic, Australia.
| | - Michael R Le Grande
- Australian Centre for Heart Health (formerly known as the Heart Research Centre), Melbourne, Vic, Australia; Deakin University, Faculty of Health, Melbourne, Vic, Australia
| | - David W Dunstan
- Baker IDI Heart and Diabetes Institute, Melbourne, Vic, Australia; Australian Catholic University, Mary MacKillop Institute for Health Research, Melbourne, Vic, Australia; The University of Queensland, School of Public Health, Brisbane, Qld, Australia; Deakin University, School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences, Melbourne, Vic, Australia; The University of Western Australia, School of Sport Science, Exercise and Health, Perth, WA, Australia; Monash University, Department of Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Vic, Australia; Monash University, Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, Melbourne, Vic, Australia
| | | | - Barbara M Murphy
- Australian Centre for Heart Health (formerly known as the Heart Research Centre), Melbourne, Vic, Australia; Deakin University, Faculty of Health, Melbourne, Vic, Australia; University of Melbourne, Department of Psychology, Melbourne, Vic, Australia; University of Newcastle School of Medicine & Public Health, Newcastle, NSW, Australia
| | - Jo Salmon
- Deakin University, Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition Research, Melbourne, Vic, Australia
| | - Paul A Gardiner
- The University of Queensland, School of Public Health, Brisbane, Qld, Australia; The University of Queensland, Mater Research Institute, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
| | - Alun C Jackson
- Australian Centre for Heart Health (formerly known as the Heart Research Centre), Melbourne, Vic, Australia; Deakin University, Office of the Pro Vice Chancellor (Health), Melbourne, Vic, Australia; University of Hong Kong, Centre on Behavioural Health, Hong Kong
| |
Collapse
|
16
|
Murray KJ, Molyneux T, Le Grande MR, Castro Mendez A, Fuss FK, Azari MF. Association of Mild Leg Length Discrepancy and Degenerative Changes in the Hip Joint and Lumbar Spine. J Manipulative Physiol Ther 2017; 40:320-329. [PMID: 28427725 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2017.03.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2015] [Revised: 02/17/2017] [Accepted: 02/24/2017] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
Abstract
OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to evaluate the correlation between mild leg length discrepancy (LLD) and degenerative joint disease (DJD) or osteoarthritis. METHODS We evaluated standard postural lumbopelvic radiographs from 255 adults (121 women and 134 men) who had presented with spinal pain for chiropractic care. Symmetry of femoral head diameters was used to exclude magnification errors. Pearson's partial correlation was used to control for age and derive effect sizes for LLD on DJD in the hip and lower lumbar motion segments. Krippendorff's α was used for intraobserver and interobserver reliability. RESULTS A strong correlation was found between LLD and hip DJD in men (r = 0.532) and women (r = 0.246). We also found a strong correlation between LLD and DJD at the L5-S1 motion segment in men (r = 0.395) and women (r = 0.246). At the L4-5 spinal level this correlation was much attenuated in men (r = 0.229) and women (r = 0.166). CONCLUSIONS These findings suggest an association between LLD and hip and lumbar DJD. Cause-effect relationships between mild LLD and DJD deserve to be properly evaluated in future longitudinal cohort studies.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Kelvin J Murray
- School of Health & Biomedical Sciences, RMIT University Melbourne, Australia
| | - Tom Molyneux
- School of Health & Biomedical Sciences, RMIT University Melbourne, Australia
| | | | | | - Franz K Fuss
- School of Engineering, RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia
| | - Michael F Azari
- School of Health & Biomedical Sciences, RMIT University Melbourne, Australia.
| |
Collapse
|
17
|
Rushford N, Murphy BM, Worcester MUC, Goble AJ, Higgins RO, Le Grande MR, Rada J, Elliott PC. Recall of information received in hospital by female cardiac patients. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2016; 14:463-9. [PMID: 17568250 DOI: 10.1097/hjr.0b013e3280ac1507] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND The type and source of health information supplied to patients following cardiac events significantly improve adherence and health behaviours. The impact of health information upon female patients, however, is not well documented. This study investigates women's recall of the type and source of information provided to them in hospital about resuming daily activities after a cardiac event. It also identified women least likely to recall receiving information. METHODS Interviews were conducted with female cardiac patients consecutively admitted to four metropolitan hospitals after acute myocardial infarction or for coronary artery bypass graft surgery. The women were interviewed on admission and at 2, 4 and 12 months after discharge. Participants were asked about in-hospital information provision at the 2-month interview (n=224). RESULTS Most women recalled receiving verbal information about medication, exercise and smoking cessation, but few recalled receiving verbal information about gardening, sexual activity, driving or sport. Women who were obese or physically inactive recalled limited advice about diet and physical activity, whereas women with diabetes or hypertension were no more likely than others to recall receiving information about medication, despite the personal relevance of this information. Older women were most at risk of recalling limited advice, including information about cardiac rehabilitation. Over half of the women attended a cardiac rehabilitation programme, with uptake being related to information provision. CONCLUSIONS The findings support other research suggesting that advice about activities after a cardiac event is inadequate for some women and confirms the influence of information provision on participation in cardiac rehabilitation.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Nola Rushford
- Department of Psychology, The University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
18
|
Le Grande MR, Murphy BM, Higgins RO, Worcester MUC, Parkinson A, Brown SL, Elliott PC, Goble AJ. Physical activity and negative emotional response after percutaneous coronary intervention. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2016; 13:254-60. [PMID: 16575281 DOI: 10.1097/01.hjr.0000189808.22224.b0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND The aims of this study were to investigate the association between negative emotional response (NER) and physical activity levels in percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) patients, and to examine the extent to which physical activity levels were influenced by factors such as the patients' age, sex, and attendance at a cardiac rehabilitation (CR) programme. METHODS A consecutive series of 200 PCI patients [mean age 59.0 (+/-10.1) years] completed telephone interviews 2 weeks and 6 months after their procedure. NER was assessed using 12 items addressing patients' perceptions and concerns regarding symptoms, diagnosis and prognosis. Physical activity was assessed by asking four questions relating to the frequency and duration of walking and of moderate activity. CR attendance, medical history and sociodemographic data were also collected. Hierarchical linear regression was used to assess the association between NER and physical activity over time. RESULTS After controlling for baseline levels of moderate activity and other covariates, NER significantly predicted change in moderate activity over 6 months. Only baseline walking levels predicted the duration and frequency of walking at 6 months. CONCLUSION NER can be considered an inhibitive factor towards increased moderate activity uptake after PCI. Walking after PCI does not appear to be affected by NER. These findings highlight the need to focus on improving the emotional aspects of patients' recovery.
Collapse
|
19
|
Rogerson MC, Le Grande MR, Dunstan DW, Magliano DJ, Murphy BM, Salmon J, Gardiner PA, Jackson AC. Television Viewing Time and 13-year Mortality in Adults with Cardiovascular Disease: Data from the Australian Diabetes, Obesity and Lifestyle Study (AusDiab). Heart Lung Circ 2016; 25:829-36. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2016.03.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2016] [Revised: 03/02/2016] [Accepted: 03/03/2016] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
|
20
|
Le Grande MR, Neubeck L, Murphy BM, McIvor D, Lynch D, McLean H, Jackson AC. Screening for obstructive sleep apnoea in cardiac rehabilitation: A position statement from the Australian Centre for Heart Health and the Australian Cardiovascular Health and Rehabilitation Association. Eur J Prev Cardiol 2016; 23:1466-75. [DOI: 10.1177/2047487316652975] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2016] [Accepted: 05/13/2016] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Michael R Le Grande
- Australian Centre for Heart Health (formerly Heart Research Centre), Melbourne, Australia
- Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Melbourne, Australia
| | - Lis Neubeck
- Sydney Nursing School and Charles Perkins Centre, University of Sydney, Australia
- Australian Cardiovascular Health and Rehabilitation Association, Australia
| | - Barbara M Murphy
- Australian Centre for Heart Health (formerly Heart Research Centre), Melbourne, Australia
- Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Melbourne, Australia
- School of Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne, Australia
- School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Newcastle, Australia
| | - Dawn McIvor
- Australian Cardiovascular Health and Rehabilitation Association, Australia
- CNC Cardiology, John Hunter Hospital, Hunter New England Health, Newcastle, Australia
| | - Dianna Lynch
- Australian Cardiovascular Health and Rehabilitation Association, Australia
- Ashford Hospital, Australia
| | - Helen McLean
- Australian Cardiovascular Health and Rehabilitation Association, Australia
- Royal Perth Hospital, Australia
| | - Alun C Jackson
- Australian Centre for Heart Health (formerly Heart Research Centre), Melbourne, Australia
- Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Melbourne, Australia
- Australian Cardiovascular Health and Rehabilitation Association, Australia
- University of Hong Kong, Centre on Behavioural Health, Hong Kong
| |
Collapse
|
21
|
Murphy BM, Higgins RO, Shand L, Page K, Holloway E, Le Grande MR, Jackson AC. Improving health professionals' self-efficacy to support cardiac patients' emotional recovery: the 'Cardiac Blues Project'. Eur J Cardiovasc Nurs 2016; 16:143-149. [PMID: 27071738 DOI: 10.1177/1474515116643869] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Many patients experience the 'cardiac blues' at the time of an acute cardiac event, and one in five go on to develop severe depression. These emotional responses often go undetected and unacknowledged. We initiated the 'Cardiac Blues Project' in order to help support patients' emotional recovery. As part of the project, we developed online training in order to support health professionals in the identification and management of the cardiac blues and depression. The aim of this study was to assess the acceptability of the training and its impacts on health professionals' self-efficacy. METHOD In July 2014, a 'cardiac blues' pack of patient resources, including access to health professional online training, was mailed to 606 centres across Australia. In the first 3 months after distribution, 140 health professionals registered to undertake the online training and participated in the present study. Participants provided information via a six-item pre- and post-training self-efficacy scale and on 10 post-training acceptability items. RESULTS Health professionals' self-efficacy improved significantly after undertaking the online training across the six domains assessed and for the total score. Acceptability of the training was high across all 10 items assessed. Ratings of usefulness of the training in clinical practice were particularly favourable amongst those who worked directly with cardiac patients. CONCLUSIONS The health professional training significantly improves health professionals' confidence in identifying and managing the 'cardiac blues' and depression. Monitoring of uptake is ongoing and future studies will investigate patient outcomes.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Barbara M Murphy
- 1 Australian Centre for Heart Health, Australia.,2 Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Australia.,3 Department of Psychology, University of Melbourne, Australia.,4 School of Medicine & Public Health, University of Newcastle, Australia
| | - Rosemary O Higgins
- 1 Australian Centre for Heart Health, Australia.,5 Department of Physiotherapy, University of Melbourne, Australia.,6 Department of Psychology, Deakin University, Australia.,7 Cabrini Health, Malvern, Australia
| | - Lyndel Shand
- 1 Australian Centre for Heart Health, Australia.,2 Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Australia
| | - Karen Page
- 2 Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Australia
| | | | - Michael R Le Grande
- 1 Australian Centre for Heart Health, Australia.,2 Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Australia
| | - Alun C Jackson
- 1 Australian Centre for Heart Health, Australia.,2 Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Australia.,8 Centre on Behavioural Health, Hong Kong University, Hong Kong
| |
Collapse
|
22
|
Jackson AC, Le Grande MR, Higgins RO, Rogerson M, Murphy BM. Psychosocial Screening and Assessment Practice within Cardiac Rehabilitation: A Survey of Cardiac Rehabilitation Coordinators in Australia. Heart Lung Circ 2016; 26:64-72. [PMID: 27283446 DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2016.04.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/03/2015] [Revised: 04/06/2016] [Accepted: 04/18/2016] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Many cardiac rehabilitation (CR) guidelines and position statements recommend screening for psychosocial risk factors, although there is wide variation in the recommended factors and recommended screening tools. Little is known about screening in CR in Australia. METHODS Cardiac rehabilitation coordinators at the 314 CR programs operating across Australia, drawn from the 2014 Australian Directory of Cardiac Rehabilitation Services were invited to participate in an online survey. RESULTS Of 165 complete responses, 157 (95%) CR coordinators indicated that they screened at entry with 132 (80%) screening on exit. At CR entry, programs screened for - depression (83%), anxiety (75%), stress (75%), and sleep disturbance (57%). The use of standardised instruments by those screening at entry varied from 89% for depression to only 9% for sleep disturbance. Organisational, resource and personal barriers inhibited the routine screening for many psychosocial factors. CONCLUSIONS Surveys such as this are useful for monitoring the rate of adoption of guideline recommendations and identifying barriers to implementation. Findings can also inform discussions about what should be included in minimum data sets for CR programs, and the identification of brief screening tools that have been validated not just in the general population but in cardiac patients.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Alun C Jackson
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, Vic., Australia; Centre on Behavioural Health, University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong; Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Melbourne, Vic., Australia.
| | - Michael R Le Grande
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, Vic., Australia; Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Melbourne, Vic., Australia
| | - Rosemary O Higgins
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, Vic., Australia; Department of Physiotherapy, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Vic., Australia; School of Psychology, Deakin University, Melbourne, Vic., Australia
| | - Michelle Rogerson
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, Vic., Australia; Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Melbourne, Vic., Australia
| | - Barbara M Murphy
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Melbourne, Vic., Australia; Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Melbourne, Vic., Australia; Department of Psychology, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Vic., Australia; School of Medicine & Public Health, University of Newcastle, Newcastle, NSW, Australia
| |
Collapse
|
23
|
Affiliation(s)
| | - Michael R Le Grande
- Australian Centre for Heart Health and Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Australia
| | - Barbara M Murphy
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Department of Psychology, University of Melbourne, School of Medicine & Public Health, and University of Newcastle, Australia
| | - Lis Neubeck
- Sydney Nursing School and Charles Perkins Centre, University of Sydney and Australian Cardiovascular Health and Rehabilitation Association, Australia
| | - Alun C Jackson
- Australian Centre for Heart Health, Centre on Behavioral Health, University of Hong Kong and Office of the Pro-Vice Chancellor (Health), Deakin University, Australia
| |
Collapse
|
24
|
Le Grande MR, Jackson AC, Murphy BM, Thomason N. Relationship between sleep disturbance, depression and anxiety in the 12 months following a cardiac event. PSYCHOL HEALTH MED 2015; 21:52-9. [DOI: 10.1080/13548506.2015.1040032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
|
25
|
Worcester MU, Elliott PC, Turner A, Pereira JJ, Murphy BM, Le Grande MR, Middleton KL, Navaratnam HS, Nguyen JK, Newman RW, Tatoulis J. Resumption of Work After Acute Coronary Syndrome or Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery. Heart Lung Circ 2014; 23:444-53. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2013.10.093] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2013] [Revised: 10/04/2013] [Accepted: 10/22/2013] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
|
26
|
Le Grande MR, Elliott PC, Worcester MU, Murphy BM, Goble AJ, Kugathasan V, Sinha K. Identifying illness perception schemata and their association with depression and quality of life in cardiac patients. PSYCHOL HEALTH MED 2012; 17:709-22. [DOI: 10.1080/13548506.2012.661865] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
|
27
|
Turner A, Murphy BM, Higgins RO, Elliott PC, Le Grande MR, Goble AJ, Worcester MUC. An integrated secondary prevention group programme reduces depression in cardiac patients. Eur J Prev Cardiol 2012; 21:153-62. [DOI: 10.1177/2047487312467747] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Alyna Turner
- Heart Research Centre, Victoria, Australia
- The University of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
| | - Barbara M Murphy
- Heart Research Centre, Victoria, Australia
- The University of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
| | | | - Peter C Elliott
- Heart Research Centre, Victoria, Australia
- The University of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
| | | | | | - Marian UC Worcester
- Heart Research Centre, Victoria, Australia
- The University of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
| |
Collapse
|
28
|
Murphy BM, Grande MRL, Navaratnam HS, Higgins RO, Elliott PC, Turner A, Rogerson MC, Worcester MUC, Goble AJ. Are poor health behaviours in anxious and depressed cardiac patients explained by sociodemographic factors? Eur J Prev Cardiol 2012; 20:995-1003. [DOI: 10.1177/2047487312449593] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Barbara M Murphy
- Heart Research Centre, Melbourne, Australia
- Department of Psychiatry, The University of Melbourne, Australia
| | | | | | | | - Peter C Elliott
- Heart Research Centre, Melbourne, Australia
- Department of Psychiatry, The University of Melbourne, Australia
| | - Alyna Turner
- Heart Research Centre, Melbourne, Australia
- Department of Psychiatry, The University of Melbourne, Australia
| | | | - Marian UC Worcester
- Heart Research Centre, Melbourne, Australia
- Department of Psychiatry, The University of Melbourne, Australia
| | | |
Collapse
|
29
|
Murphy BM, Elliott PC, Worcester MUC, Higgins RO, Le Grande MR, Roberts SB, Goble AJ. Trajectories and predictors of anxiety and depression in women during the 12 months following an acute cardiac event. Br J Health Psychol 2010; 13:135-53. [PMID: 17535492 DOI: 10.1348/135910707x173312] [Citation(s) in RCA: 58] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
Abstract
OBJECTIVES Many previous investigations of the recovery of emotional well-being, particularly the resolution of depression, following an acute cardiac event assume that all patients follow a similar, linear trajectory. However, it is possible that there are different groups of patients who follow different trajectories. This study tested for multiple trajectories of anxiety and depression and identified the characteristics of patients most at risk for persistent or worsening anxiety and depression in the 12 months following their cardiac event. METHOD A consecutive sample of 226 women was interviewed following either acute myocardial infarction (AMI) or coronary artery bypass graft surgery (CABGS). The Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale were administered on four occasions over 12 months. Growth curve and growth mixture modelling were used to identify trajectories of change and univariate tests were employed to establish predictors of each trajectory. RESULTS Most women began with relatively low levels of anxiety and/or depression that improved over the 12 month period (84% women showed this trajectory for anxiety, 89% for depression). A smaller group began with relatively high levels of anxiety and/or depression that worsened over time (16% for anxiety, 11% for depression). Patients in the latter group were more likely to report high levels of loneliness, have a first language other than English, perceive their cardiac disease as more severe (anxiety group only) and have diabetes (depression group only). Trajectories were non-linear, with most change occurring in the initial 2-month period. CONCLUSION Growth modelling techniques highlight that change in anxiety and depression following an acute event follows neither a single nor linear trajectory. Most women showed early resolution of anxiety and depression following their event, indicative of a normal bereavement or adjustment response. A minority of women reported worsening anxiety and/or depression in the year following their cardiac event, particularly those who lacked social support or were from non-English speaking backgrounds. Intervention studies to explore support options for these women are warranted, both prior to and following their event.
Collapse
|
30
|
Elliott PC, Murphy BM, Oster KA, Le Grande MR, Higgins RO, Worcester MU. Changes in Mood States After Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery. Eur J Cardiovasc Nurs 2010; 9:188-94. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejcnurse.2009.11.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2009] [Revised: 10/29/2009] [Accepted: 11/15/2009] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Peter C. Elliott
- Heart Research Centre, The University of Melbourne, Australia
- Department of Psychiatry, The University of Melbourne, Australia
| | - Barbara M. Murphy
- Heart Research Centre, The University of Melbourne, Australia
- Department of Psychiatry, The University of Melbourne, Australia
| | - Kerry A. Oster
- Heart Research Centre, The University of Melbourne, Australia
| | | | | | - Marian U.C. Worcester
- Heart Research Centre, The University of Melbourne, Australia
- Department of Psychiatry, The University of Melbourne, Australia
| |
Collapse
|
31
|
Elliott PC, Smith G, Ernest CS, Murphy BM, Worcester MUC, Higgins RO, Le Grande MR, Goble AJ, Andrewes D, Tatoulis J. Everyday Cognitive Functioning in Cardiac Patients: Relationships Between Self-report, Report of a Significant Other and Cognitive Test Performance. Aging, Neuropsychology, and Cognition 2009; 17:71-88. [DOI: 10.1080/13825580903009089] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
|
32
|
Le Grande MR, Elliott PC, Worcester MUC, Murphy BM, Goble AJ. An Evaluation of Self-report Physical Activity Instruments Used in Studies Involving Cardiac Patients. J Cardiopulm Rehabil Prev 2008; 28:358-69. [DOI: 10.1097/hcr.0b013e31818c3d90] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
|
33
|
|
34
|
Murphy BM, Elliott PC, Higgins RO, Le Grande MR, Worcester MU, Goble AJ, Tatoulis J. Anxiety and depression after coronary artery bypass graft surgery: most get better, some get worse. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2008; 15:434-40. [DOI: 10.1097/hjr.0b013e3282fbc945] [Citation(s) in RCA: 63] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Barbara M. Murphy
- Heart Research Centre, Melbourne
- Department of Psychiatry, The
University of Melbourne
| | - Peter C. Elliott
- Heart Research Centre, Melbourne
- Australian Centre for Posttraumatic
Mental Health, The University of Melbourne
| | | | | | - Marian U.C. Worcester
- Heart Research Centre, Melbourne
- Department of Psychology, The
University of Melbourne
| | | | - James Tatoulis
- Department of Cardiothoracic
Surgery, The Royal Melbourne Hospital, Victoria, Australia
| |
Collapse
|
35
|
Higgins RO, Murphy BM, Goble AJ, Le Grande MR, Elliott PC, Worcester MUC. Cardiac rehabilitation program attendance after coronary artery bypass surgery: overcoming the barriers. Med J Aust 2008; 188:712-4. [DOI: 10.5694/j.1326-5377.2008.tb01852.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 50] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2007] [Accepted: 12/18/2007] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
Affiliation(s)
| | - Barbara M Murphy
- Heart Research Centre, Melbourne, VIC
- Department of Psychiatry, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC
| | | | | | - Peter C Elliott
- Heart Research Centre, Melbourne, VIC
- Australian Centre for Posttraumatic Mental Health, Department of Psychiatry, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC
| | - Marian U C Worcester
- Heart Research Centre, Melbourne, VIC
- Department of Psychology, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC
| |
Collapse
|
36
|
Ernest CS, Elliott PC, Murphy BM, Le Grande MR, Goble AJ, Higgins RO, Worcester MUC, Tatoulis J. Predictors of cognitive function in candidates for coronary artery bypass graft surgery. J Int Neuropsychol Soc 2007; 13:257-66. [PMID: 17286883 DOI: 10.1017/s1355617707070282] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2006] [Revised: 09/12/2006] [Accepted: 09/13/2006] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
Abstract
Candidates for coronary artery bypass graft surgery have been found to exhibit reduced cognitive function prior to surgery. However, little is known regarding the factors that are associated with pre-bypass cognitive function. A battery of neuropsychological tests was administered to a group of patients listed for bypass surgery (n = 109). Medical, sociodemographic and emotional predictors of cognitive function were investigated using structural equation modeling. Medical factors, namely history of hypertension and low ejection fraction, significantly predicted reduced cognitive function, as did several sociodemographic characteristics, namely older age, less education, non-English speaking background, manual occupation, and male gender. One emotional variable, confusion and bewilderment, was also a significant predictor whereas anxiety and depression were not. When significant predictors from the three sets of variables were included in a combined model, three of the five sociodemographic characteristics, namely age, non-English speaking background and occupation, and the two medical factors remained significant. Apart from sociodemographic characteristics, medical factors such as a history of hypertension and low ejection fraction significantly predicted reduced cognitive function in bypass candidates prior to surgery.
Collapse
|
37
|
Ernest CS, Murphy BM, Worcester MUC, Higgins RO, Elliott PC, Goble AJ, Le Grande MR, Genardini N, Tatoulis J. Cognitive Function in Candidates for Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery. Ann Thorac Surg 2006; 82:812-8. [PMID: 16928490 DOI: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2006.04.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2006] [Revised: 04/02/2006] [Accepted: 04/03/2006] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND While many studies have investigated cognitive impairments in patients after coronary artery bypass graft surgery, very few have closely evaluated presurgical cognitive functioning of bypass candidates. METHODS A battery of neuropsychologic tests was administered to a consecutive series of patients listed for bypass surgery (n = 109). Cognitive function of bypass candidates was compared with that of a healthy control group (n = 25) and published test norms. RESULTS Cognitive test scores in candidates for bypass were significantly lower than those of the control group on tests of attention, information processing speed, and verbal memory. Additionally, bypass candidates' cognitive test scores were significantly reduced compared with expected values derived from validated test norms, on all but one cognitive test. CONCLUSIONS Cognitive performances of candidates for bypass were significantly lower than those of a healthy control group and published cognitive test norms.
Collapse
|
38
|
Le Grande MR, Elliott PC, Murphy BM, Worcester MUC, Higgins RO, Ernest CS, Goble AJ. Health related quality of life trajectories and predictors following coronary artery bypass surgery. Health Qual Life Outcomes 2006; 4:49. [PMID: 16904010 PMCID: PMC1560373 DOI: 10.1186/1477-7525-4-49] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2006] [Accepted: 08/13/2006] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Many studies have demonstrated that health related quality of life (HRQoL) improves, on average, after coronary artery bypass graft surgery (CABGS). However, this average improvement may not be realized for all patients, and it is possible that there are two or more distinctive groups with different, possibly non-linear, trajectories of change over time. Furthermore, little is known about the predictors that are associated with these possible HRQoL trajectories after CABGS. METHODS 182 patients listed for elective CABGS at The Royal Melbourne Hospital completed a postal battery of questionnaires which included the Short-Form-36 (SF-36), Profile of Mood States (POMS) and the Everyday Functioning Questionnaire (EFQ). These data were collected on average a month before surgery, and at two months and six months after surgery. Socio-demographic and medical characteristics prior to surgery, as well as surgical and post-surgical complications and symptoms were also assessed. Growth curve and growth mixture modelling were used to identify trajectories of HRQoL. RESULTS For both the physical component summary scale (PCS) and the mental component summary scale (MCS) of the SF-36, two groups of patients with distinct trajectories of HRQoL following surgery could be identified (improvers and non-improvers). A series of logistic regression analyses identified different predictors of group membership for PCS and MCS trajectories. For the PCS the most significant predictors of non-improver membership were lower scores on POMS vigor-activity and higher New York Heart Association dyspnoea class; for the MCS the most significant predictors of non-improver membership were higher scores on POMS depression-dejection and manual occupation. CONCLUSION It is incorrect to assume that HRQoL will improve in a linear fashion for all patients following CABGS. Nor was there support for a single response trajectory. It is important to identify characteristics of each patient, and those post-operative symptoms that could be possible targets for intervention to improve HRQoL outcomes.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Michael R Le Grande
- Heart Research Centre Melbourne, Box 2137 Post Office, The Royal Melbourne Hospital, VIC 3050, Australia
| | - Peter C Elliott
- Heart Research Centre Melbourne, Box 2137 Post Office, The Royal Melbourne Hospital, VIC 3050, Australia
- The Australian Centre for Posttraumatic Mental Health, The University of Melbourne, Australia
| | - Barbara M Murphy
- Heart Research Centre Melbourne, Box 2137 Post Office, The Royal Melbourne Hospital, VIC 3050, Australia
| | - Marian UC Worcester
- Heart Research Centre Melbourne, Box 2137 Post Office, The Royal Melbourne Hospital, VIC 3050, Australia
- Department of Psychology, The University of Melbourne, Australia
| | - Rosemary O Higgins
- Heart Research Centre Melbourne, Box 2137 Post Office, The Royal Melbourne Hospital, VIC 3050, Australia
| | - Christine S Ernest
- Heart Research Centre Melbourne, Box 2137 Post Office, The Royal Melbourne Hospital, VIC 3050, Australia
| | - Alan J Goble
- Heart Research Centre Melbourne, Box 2137 Post Office, The Royal Melbourne Hospital, VIC 3050, Australia
| |
Collapse
|
39
|
Ernest CS, Worcester MUC, Tatoulis J, Elliott PC, Murphy BM, Higgins RO, Le Grande MR, Goble AJ. Neurocognitive Outcomes in Off-Pump Versus On-Pump Bypass Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Ann Thorac Surg 2006; 81:2105-14. [PMID: 16731138 DOI: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2006.01.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2005] [Revised: 12/22/2005] [Accepted: 01/03/2006] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Cognitive difficulties have been reported after coronary artery bypass graft surgery using cardiopulmonary bypass. However, the cognitive benefit of off-pump surgery remains unclear. METHODS Consecutively listed candidates for elective bypass were randomly assigned to either off-pump or on-pump techniques (n = 107). A battery of 11 standardized neuropsychological tests was administered before surgery, and again at 2 and 6 months after surgery. The two groups were compared using a range of statistical procedures, including growth modeling. RESULTS There were no significant differences in cognitive test scores between the off-pump and on-pump groups using t tests at any of the time points. There were no differences between off-pump and on-pump groups in the incidence of cognitive deficits at 2 months or 6 months, with the exception that fewer off-pump patients showed impairment on one test of verbal fluency at 6 months. When the pattern of cognitive change over time between the two groups was compared using sophisticated modeling techniques, the two groups were again comparable, except for results on the test of verbal fluency, in which the off-pump group showed more rapid postsurgical cognitive gains than the on-pump group. CONCLUSIONS The off-pump group appears to be generally comparable to the on-pump group in terms of short-term and long-term postsurgical neurocognitive outcomes.
Collapse
|
40
|
Higgins RO, Murphy BM, Le Grande MR, Parkinson A, Worcester MUC, Goble AJ. Expressed preferences for health education of patients after percutaneous coronary intervention. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2006; 12:572-9. [PMID: 16319548 DOI: 10.1097/01.hjr.0000186621.75733.5c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Percutaneous coronary intervention patients may require further education to increase their uptake of lifestyle change. Little is known, however, about their preferences for health education. This study aimed to investigate percutaneous coronary intervention patients' preferences regarding information provision and to identify patient characteristics associated with specific preferences. DESIGN AND METHODS A consecutive series of eligible patients was recruited from three metropolitan hospitals in Melbourne, Australia after their first percutaneous coronary intervention. Structured telephone interviews were conducted with 218 patients shortly after discharge from hospital. Patient preferences for source and format of information about both heart disease and lifestyle change were ascertained. Data regarding demographic characteristics and rehabilitation attendance were also collected. RESULTS Cardiac rehabilitation programme staff were the most frequently nominated preferred source for information delivery. Cardiac rehabilitation was also the most frequently nominated preferred format for information delivery. Half the patients nominated alternative formats, most commonly individual consultation with a health professional and self-education. Not surprisingly, patients who preferred alternatives to group cardiac rehabilitation were significantly less likely to attend rehabilitation. CONCLUSIONS It is important to cater for patients who express a desire for alternative information formats. A flexible model of cardiac rehabilitation delivery which incorporates non-group alternatives would meet the needs of these patients.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Rosemary O Higgins
- Heart Research Centre, The Royal Melbourne Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
| | | | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|