Pharmacy Times August 12, 2024
Risk of developing anxiety or depression is highest within the first year after cardiovascular hospitalization.
A study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association (AHA) indicated that individuals who were hospitalized after a cardiac event, including heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular diseases (CVD), were 83% more likely to be diagnosed with anxiety or depression. The findings emphasize the significant need for improved monitoring and intervention of the mental health challenges experienced by patients after an adverse cardiovascular (CV) event.1
In recent years, studies have investigated the bidirectional relationship between CVD and mental health conditions, such as depression. These findings have indicated that depression is a significant risk factor for the development of CVD, and patients with CVD...
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