Understanding life with an ICD: A patient interview study
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study involves one-on-one interviews with people who have an ICD to understand their experiences and quality of life. If you have an ICD and speak Dutch, you may be able to share your story in a 30–60 minute conversation.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must be 18 or older and have an ICD (a device that helps prevent sudden cardiac arrest).
- Your ICD should have been implanted at least 3 months ago.
- You need to be able to speak and understand Dutch fluently enough to have a detailed conversation.
- You must be willing to take part in a one-time, private interview that lasts 30 to 60 minutes.
- You should not have a severe psychiatric disorder or cognitive impairment that would make the interview difficult.
- You cannot be taking part in another research study that might affect your mood or behavior.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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