In patients undergoing coronary angiography, sleep disturbances were significantly and directly associated with higher levels of anxiety symptoms (r = 0.289, p < 0.001).
Cross-Sectional (n=218)
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Is there a relationship between sleep quality and anxiety symptoms in patients undergoing coronary angiography?
Poor sleep quality is significantly associated with higher pre-procedural anxiety in patients awaiting coronary angiography, suggesting a need for targeted sleep hygiene and psychological support interventions.
Effect estimate: r = 0.289
p-value: p=<0.001
Background Patients with cardiovascular disorders often experience poor sleep quality and heightened anxiety. Coronary Angiography (CAG), an invasive procedure used to diagnose and treat cardiovascular conditions, can further impact anxiety levels and sleep quality. This study aimed to examine the relationship between sleep quality and anxiety symptoms in patients undergoing CAG. Methods This cross-sectional study included 218 patients undergoing CAG in Shahroud, Iran. Data collection tools included the demographic profile form, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD-7) questionnaires, and the Saint Mary's Hospital Sleep Quality Questionnaire (SMHSQ). The participants were evaluated in the morning and before the angiography. The data were collected through self-reporting using online questionnaires and then analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics (multivariate linear regression analysis). Results The average age of the patients was 60.76 ± 10.55. About half of the subjects reported severe anxiety symptoms and moderate sleep disturbance. Sleep disorder had a significant and direct relationship with the level of anxiety symptoms. Also, variables such as younger age, female gender, lack of secondary support, and lack of health insurance coverage were recognized as factors of higher anxiety (P < .05). Conclusion The high prevalence of sleep disorders and anxiety symptoms in patients awaiting CAG can adversely affect their clinical outcomes. Therefore, implementing strategies to enhance sleep hygiene and alleviate psychological distress is essential, ideally through the collaborative efforts of a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals.
Askarinezhad et al. (Tue,) conducted a cross-sectional in Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) requiring Coronary Angiography (n=218). None (Observational) was evaluated on Correlation between mean anxiety score and sleep disturbances (r = 0.289, p=<0.001). In patients undergoing coronary angiography, sleep disturbances were significantly and directly associated with higher levels of anxiety symptoms (r = 0.289, p < 0.001).