Prevalence and factors associated with thirst in children after congenital heart disease surgery: a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT: Thirst is a prevalent and intense symptom experienced in children after congenital heart disease (CHD) surgery. Identifying independent risk factors for thirst is crucial for early prevention and management. This study aimed to investigate the incidence, severity, and influencing factors of thirst in children after CHD surgery. This cross-sectional study included 153 children who underwent CHD surgery at a tertiary hospital in Fujian Province between December 2023 and April 2024. The incidence, severity, and distribution characteristics of thirst were assessed using the NRS score. The multiple linear regression analysis was utilized to identify the factors influencing thirst. The incidence of thirst was 93.5%, with 5.2% of participants experiencing mild thirst, 9.8% experiencing moderate t

SUBMITTER: Chen Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12382252 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature