ReviewEuropean journal of cardio-thoracic surgery : official journal of the European Association for Cardio-thoracic Surgery2025
Beyond the Heart: The Significance of Depression in Cardiac Surgery.
Review in European journal of cardio-thoracic surgery : official journal of the European Association for Cardio-thoracic Surgery, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 4 papers.
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- Clinical Trials in Older Adults with Cardiovascular Multimorbidity: A Perspective on Pragmatic Trial Design.Journal of clinical medicine · 2026Article
- Inequalities in Access to and Outcomes of Cardiac Surgery Among Patients with Mental Health Disorders.Medical sciences (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
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- Patient-Centered Cardiac Surgery: Psychosocial Challenges, Evidence-Based Interventions, and Future Horizons.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
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Abstract
objectivesPreoperative depression is common among patients with cardiovascular disease and a significant risk factor for worse outcomes after cardiac surgery. This review summarizes the current evidence on depression as a risk factor and possible treatment options in patients undergoing cardiac surgery, and highlights future perspectives for clinical research.
methodsThis narrative review was based on a selection of key papers, identified through collegial expert discussions rather than a systematic literature search.
resultsDepression is often underdiagnosed and undertreated in patients undergoing cardiac surgery, significantly affecting recovery and increasing the risk of adverse outcomes. Implementing systematic psychological screening for depression and anxiety preoperatively and during follow-up is crucial for identifying at-risk patients. Psychological interventions, especially cognitive behavioral therapy have been shown to offer substantial benefits. Adopting a multidisciplinary approach integrating cardiovascular and psychological care is essential for improving recovery and long-term outcomes. Incorporating psychological screening and interventions into standard care can enhance postoperative outcomes, reduce complications, and provide comprehensive support for cardiac surgery patients.
conclusionsDepression is often overlooked in cardiac surgery patients, despite its significant impact on recovery and long-term outcomes. Systematic psychological screening before and after surgery together with a multidisciplinary approach integrating cardiovascular and psychological care can improve patient outcomes. Future research should clarify how depression and cardiovascular disease are linked, assess treatment effectiveness, and identify appropriate intervention strategies.
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