Key result
Severe adolescent CHD links to physical limitations and psychiatric problems, although ~50% achieve fair function.
Why the study?
The impact of severe congenital heart disease on physical capacity and its association with mental health and psychosocial functioning in adolescents was not well characterized.
What is the impact of severe congenital heart disease on physical and psychosocial functioning in adolescents?
Population
26 adolescents aged 13 to 18 years with severe congenital heart disease
Design
Observational study assessing physical and psychosocial functioning
Authors
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May support multidisciplinary follow-up in adolescents with severe CHD; leaves open efficacy of targeted interventions.
Observational (n=26)
What is the impact of severe congenital heart disease on physical and psychosocial functioning in adolescents?
Severe congenital heart disease in adolescents is associated with reduced physical capacity and impaired mental health, highlighting the need for comprehensive psychosocial support.
Bjørnstad et al. (1995) conducted an observational in Severe congenital heart disease (n=26). Severe congenital heart disease was evaluated on Mental health and psychosocial functioning. Severe congenital heart disease in adolescents was associated with reduced physical capacity and increased psychiatric problems, although half of the patients achieved fair physical and mental function.
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