Stress and recovery after heart device implant
This study looks at how stress affects recovery and quality of life in people getting a heart device like a pacemaker or ICD. It aims to help improve care after implantation.
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Who can take part
- You are getting a heart device such as a pacemaker, ICD, CRT, or event recorder.
- You are able to make your own medical decisions (legal adult).
- You are being treated at University Hospital Essen in Germany.
- You agree to join the study and answer questions about your well-being.
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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