ArticleARYA atherosclerosis2025
The impact of cardiac rehabilitation program on work ability in patients following percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI): A retrospective cohort study.
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Abstract
backgroundCardiac rehabilitation (CR) is a critical intervention for reducing complications after cardiovascular procedures such as percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). One of the key outcomes used to evaluate the effectiveness of CR programs is improvement in patients' work ability. This study aimed to assess the impact of a structured CR program on work ability in patients undergoing PCI.
methodsA retrospective study was conducted, comparing 36 patients who participated in a structured CR program following PCI with 36 patients who did not receive rehabilitation. The CR program included educational and exercise components, delivered over four weeks with three sessions per week. Work ability was evaluated three months post-intervention using a standardized questionnaire. Statistical analyses, including independent t-tests and correlation assessments, were performed to examine the relationship between CR participation and work ability.
resultsThe two groups were comparable in terms of age, gender, and underlying medical conditions (p > 0.05). Notably, 80% of patients in the CR group demonstrated good to excellent work ability, compared with only 25% in the control group (p < 0.001). The mean work ability score was significantly higher in the CR group than in the control group (mean difference = 7.55, p < 0.001).
conclusionParticipation in a cardiac rehabilitation program significantly improves work ability in patients following PCI. These findings highlight the importance of integrating CR into post-PCI care. Future research should focus on randomized clinical trials incorporating diverse rehabilitation protocols and extended follow-up periods to further validate these results.
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