Key result
Age <65, previous participation, and diagnosis of AMI or CABG were independently associated with referral to cardiac rehabilitation, which was reported by 41% (95% CI 38-44%) of eligible patients.
Why the study?
What factors are associated with referral to outpatient cardiac rehabilitation services in eligible patients?
Population
1,933 patients discharged from public hospitals in the Hunter region of New South Wales, Australia, between…
Design
Cross-sectional
Authors
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Referral rates remain low at 41%; hypothesis-generating for targeted strategies to address age- and diagnosis-related disparities.
Observational (n=1,202)
Yes
What factors are associated with referral to outpatient cardiac rehabilitation services in eligible patients?
Referral rates to cardiac rehabilitation remain low (41%), with younger age, specific diagnoses (AMI, CABG), and hospital capabilities being key drivers of referral.
Johnson et al. (2004) conducted an observational in Cardiovascular disease eligible for cardiac rehabilitation (n=1,202). Patient and clinical factors was evaluated on Referral to outpatient cardiac rehabilitation (95% CI 38-44). Age <65, previous participation, and diagnosis of AMI or CABG were independently associated with referral to cardiac rehabilitation, which was reported by 41% (95% CI 38-44%) of eligible patients.
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