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ArticleBMC cardiovascular disorders2025

Postoperative self-management experiences among patients with aortic dissection: a phenomenological approach.

Liwei Zhang, Qiong Pan, Yanchun Peng, Sailan Li, Liangwan Chen, Yanjuan Lin

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Liwei Zhang *Department of Nursing, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, Fuzhou, 350001, Fujian Province, China.
Qiong Pan *Department of Nursing, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, Fuzhou, 350001, Fujian Province, China.
Yanchun PengDepartment of Cardiac Surgery Nursing, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, Fuzhou, 350001, Fujian Province, China.
Sailan LiDepartment of Cardiac Surgery Nursing, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, Fuzhou, 350001, Fujian Province, China.
Liangwan ChenDepartment of Cardiac Surgery, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, No. 29 Xinquan Road, Fuzhou, 350001, Fujian Province, China. fjxhlw@163.com.
Yanjuan LinDepartment of Nursing, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, Fuzhou, 350001, Fujian Province, China. fjxhyjl@163.com.

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objectiveThe objective of this study is to examine the postoperative self-management experiences of patients with aortic dissection (AD) through qualitative interviews, providing a foundation for the standardized management of postoperative home care for these patients.

methodsSemi-structured interviews were conducted with 18 patients with AD postoperatively, in the cardiac surgery department of a tertiary hospital in Fujian Province between March and May 2020. This qualitative study used phenomenological methods and purposive sampling, with data analyzed using Colaizzi's seven-step approach to extract themes.

resultsBased on the interviews, four primary themes related to postoperative self-management challenges were identified: limited disease-related knowledge, inadequate disease management behavior, insufficient communication with healthcare providers, and compromised psychological well-being.

conclusionPostoperative self-management among patients with AD presents several challenges. Healthcare professionals should provide targeted interventions tailored to the specific condition and individual differences of the patient in self-management. Such interventions are crucial for enhancing the postoperative self-management abilities of patients with AD, promoting rehabilitation, and enhancing the overall quality of life.

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Aortic AneurysmAortic DissectionHealth Knowledge, Attitudes, PracticeQualitative ResearchQuality of LifeAdaptation, PsychologicalAdultAgedChinaCommunicationFemaleHealth BehaviorHumansInterviews as TopicMaleMental HealthAortic dissectionPhenomenologyQualitative studySelf-managementSemi-structured interviews

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