Trial reportClinical cardiology2025
Effectiveness of Cardiac Rehabilitation in Enhancing Adherence and Improving Clinical Outcomes Post-Acute Coronary Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
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- Pooled it
- Temporal Trends in Lipid-Lowering Therapy Use and Adherence in Patients With Premature Coronary Artery Disease.Journal of the American Heart Association · 2026Article
- Lifestyle Behaviours and Antiplatelet Medication Adherence Among Post-Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Patients in Saudi Arabia: Implications for Holistic Cardiovascular Nursing Care.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Short-term transitions in health-promoting lifestyle profiles following first-time percutaneous coronary intervention: a latent profile transition analysis.Frontiers in public health · 2026Article
- Symptom Burden in Patients with Acute Coronary Syndrome After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention: A Network and Latent Profile Analysis.Patient preference and adherence · 2026Article
- Mobile Health Applications for Secondary Prevention After Myocardial Infarction or PCI: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
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Abstract
backgroundAcute coronary syndrome (ACS) remains a major contributor to cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. Cardiac rehabilitation programs have shown promise in improving adherence to lifestyle and medical recommendations, yet their impact on clinical outcomes and complications requires further investigation.
methodsThis prospective, randomized, single-center study evaluated the effects of cardiac rehabilitation on adherence and clinical outcomes in ACS patients. A total of 340 patients were randomized into a Cardiac Rehabilitation Group or Control Group. The Cardiac Rehabilitation Group underwent supervised exercise, dietary counseling, and education, while the Control Group received standard recommendations. Outcomes, including adherence rates and complications, were assessed over 1 year, with additional interim analyses to evaluate early sustainability of behavioral changes.
resultsPatients in the Cardiac Rehabilitation Group demonstrated significant improvements in adherence to dietary recommendations (73.5% vs. 52.4%, p < 0.01) and physical activity (85.3% vs. 68.2%, p < 0.01). Cardiac Rehabilitation Group patients also experienced fewer instances of weight gain (22.9% vs. 34.7%, p = 0.017) and access site complications (21.2% vs. 40%, p < 0.01). Hospital readmissions were reduced in the Cardiac Rehabilitation Group compared to the Control Group (18.8% vs. 31.2%, p = 0.015). Non-adherence to dietary recommendations (HR: 2.42, 95% CI: 1.08-5.41, p = 0.032) and medical treatments (HR: 2.84, 95% CI: 1.32-6.11, p = 0.007) were significantly associated with increased risk of revascularization.
conclusionCardiac rehabilitation significantly enhances adherence to medical and lifestyle recommendations, reduces complications, and improves outcomes in ACS patients. These findings emphasize the critical role of structured rehabilitation in post-ACS management.
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