CompletedNot Applicable

Online Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Rehabilitation After Cardiac Surgery

Sweden30 participantsStarted 2023-02-17

Plain-language summary

The purpose of the present pilot study is to evaluate the feasibility and potential efficacy of a brief, internet-delivered CBT protocol provided early following cardiac surgery.

Who can participate

Age range18 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * (A) Cardiac surgery (i.e., CABG, heart valve repair/replacement, aortic repair or combined CABG and valve repair/replacement) ≥ eight weeks to nine months before assessment * (B) Age 18 years and above; * (C) Endorses postoperative psychological distress and/or interference with daily life * (D) On medical treatment for the cardiac condition according to clinical guidelines; * (E) Ability to read and write in Swedish Exclusion Criteria: * (F) Prior cardiac surgery with ventricular assist device or heart transplant; * (G) Hospitalized or living in a care facility; * (H) Any medical restriction to be physical active; * (I) Severe medical illness i.e., terminal cancer ; * (J) Severe psychiatric disorder or risk of suicide; * (K) Alcohol dependency; * (L) Ongoing psychological treatment.

What they're measuring

12-Item Short-Form Health Survey

Timeframe: Baseline to 2 months

Acceptability: Client satisfaction Questionnaire

Timeframe: Baseline to 5 weeks.

Percentage of enrolled participants who complete the treatment

Timeframe: Baseline to 5 weeks

Adverse events

Timeframe: Baseline to 5 weeks

Trial details

NCT IDNCT05727865

SponsorKarolinska Institutet

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2023-09-22

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