Why do patients with ischemic heart disease modify their lifestyle? a qualitative study : Motivations for lifestyle modification after IHD.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Ischemic Heart Disease (IHD) is a major cause of death worldwide, particularly in low- to middle-income nations, such as Iran. Lifestyle modification (LSM) (e.g., healthy nutritional patterns, regular physical activity, smoking cessation, and stress management) can prevent the development of IHD. This study aimed to identify the motivations behind LSM in patients with IHD.

Results

This qualitative study employed traditional content analysis and purposive sampling from cardiac rehabilitation (CR) centers in Iran. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, analyzed using Graneheim and Lundman steps, conducted from October 2023 to September 2024. The participants included 15 IHD patients with LSM experience, one patient's son, and 4 healthcare professiona

SUBMITTER: Javadi N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12007254 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature