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ArticleJournal of neuromuscular diseases2023

Life Experiences in Neuromuscular Tracheotomized Patients in Times of Covid-19.

Eleonora Volpato, Paola Pierucci, Maria Luisa De Candia, Massimo Casparrini, Valeria Volpi, Francesco Pagnini, Giovanna Elisiana Carpagnano, Paolo Banfi

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Article in Journal of neuromuscular diseases, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 3 papers.

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8 authors at 3 institutions in 2 countries.

Eleonora VolpatoDepartment of Psychology, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Milan, Italy.
Paola PierucciCardiothoracic Department, Respiratory and Critical care Unit Bari Policlinic University Hospital, B. Section of Respiratory Diseases, Department of Basic Medical Science Neuroscience and Sense Organs, University of Bari 'Aldo Moro', Bari, Italy.
Maria Luisa De CandiaCardiothoracic Department, Respiratory and Critical care Unit Bari Policlinic University Hospital, B. Section of Respiratory Diseases, Department of Basic Medical Science Neuroscience and Sense Organs, University of Bari 'Aldo Moro', Bari, Italy.
Massimo CasparriniCardiothoracic Department, Respiratory and Critical care Unit Bari Policlinic University Hospital, B. Section of Respiratory Diseases, Department of Basic Medical Science Neuroscience and Sense Organs, University of Bari 'Aldo Moro', Bari, Italy.
Valeria VolpiIRCCS Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi, Milan, Italy.
Francesco PagniniDepartment of Psychology, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Milan, Italy.
Giovanna Elisiana CarpagnanoCardiothoracic Department, Respiratory and Critical care Unit Bari Policlinic University Hospital, B. Section of Respiratory Diseases, Department of Basic Medical Science Neuroscience and Sense Organs, University of Bari 'Aldo Moro', Bari, Italy.
Paolo BanfiIRCCS Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi, Milan, Italy.
University of Bari Aldo Moro · ITDon Carlo Gnocchi Foundation · ITUniversità Cattolica del Sacro Cuore · IT

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundThe management of tracheotomy at home can be very complex, affecting the patient's quality of life.

objectivesThis case series study aimed to explore the experiences of patients affected by neuromuscular diseases (NMD) concerning tracheostomy and Invasive Mechanical Ventilation (IMV) management at home during the COVID-19 health emergency in Italy.

methodsSemi-structured interviews and the following instruments were used: Connor and Davidson Resilience Scale (CD-RISC-25); Acceptance and Action Questionnaire-II (AAQ-II); State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI); Langer Mindfulness Scale (LMS). Descriptive analyses, correlations, and qualitative analyses were carried out.

results22 patients [50% female, mean age = 50.2 (SD = 21.2)] participated in the study. Participants who showed high levels of dispositional mindfulness in terms of novelty-seeking (r = 0.736, p = 0.013) and novelty production (r = 0.644, p = 0.033) were those with higher resilience. The main emotion that emerged was the fear of contagion (19 patients, 86.36%), due to the previous fragile condition, leading to a significant sense of abandonment. The tracheostomy's perception is seen in extremes as a lifesaver or a condemnation. The relationship with the health professionals moves from satisfaction to a feeling of abandonment with a lack of preparation.

conclusionsThe relationship between resilience, flexibility, state anxiety and dispositional mindfulness offers ways to reinforce tracheostomy management at home, even in critical periods when going to the hospital may be difficult.

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COVID-19Quality of LifeEmotionsFemaleHumansLife Change EventsMaleMiddle AgedRespiration, Artificialchronic respiratory failureCOVID-19invasive mechanical ventilation experiencesNeuromuscular diseasetracheostomy

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PMID37212066
PMCPMC10357166
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