Heart-Focused Anxiety Is Prevalent in Adults With Congenital Heart Disease and Associated With Reduced Exercise Capacity.

Laura WillingerJulia HockAlfred HagerRenate Oberhoffer-FritzPeter EwertJan Müller

Published in: Journal of cardiopulmonary rehabilitation and prevention (2022)

This study shows that HFA is a common sequela in adults with CHD, and high HFA is associated with reduced V˙O2peak. Psychological screening and counseling for HFA therefore seem indicated in the aftercare of adults with CHD.

Keyphrases

heart failure
sleep quality
high intensity
smoking cessation
body composition