Experiences and challenges of acute coronary syndrome patients in care provision: a qualitative systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Coronary artery disease including acute coronary syndrome (ACS) constitutes the most common cause of death in people with cardiovascular disease. Prompt diagnosis and early initiation of treatment significantly impact on patient outcomes. Positive patient experience with their initial care is linked to positive clinical outcomes.

Objective

This qualitative review aimed to investigate patients' experience of care provision and the challenges faced by them during their different stages of care following an ACS.

Methods

Searches of four databases - MEDLINE, Embase, CINAHL and PsychINFO - were conducted from inception until July 13, 2022, and were limited to English-language publications. Assessment of methodological quality of studies was performed using the J

SUBMITTER: Ameen D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11253477 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature