This multispecialty consensus document recommends routine screening, assessment, and treatment of depression in patients with coronary heart disease to address its association with increased cardiovascular morbidity and mortality.
Depression is commonly present in patients with coronary heart disease (CHD) and is independently associated with increased cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. Screening tests for depressive symptoms should be applied to identify patients who may require further assessment and treatment. This multispecialty consensus document reviews the evidence linking depression with CHD and provides recommendations for healthcare providers for the assessment, referral, and treatment of depression.
Lichtman et al. (Tue,) studied this question.