The Utilization and Potential of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Therapy in Individuals Diagnosed with Acute Coronary Syndrome.

Patients who undergo percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) for coronary heart disease often suffer from depression, anxiety, sleep problems, poor medication adherence, and physical symptoms, which can raise their risk of further cardiovascular events. Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), a mind-body therapy, has shown promising results in helping these patients recover. This article reviews the application of MBSR in post-PCI patients and discusses its future potential.

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Abstract

Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) poses a significant threat to health and well-being, although percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is an effective treatment method. However, many patients undergoing PCI for coronary heart disease often experience negative emotions such as depression and anxiety, as well as sleep disturbances, poor adherence to medications, and somatic symptoms. These adverse psychological effects can contribute to an increased risk of cardiovascular events. Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), a highly effective mind-body therapy, has been increasingly utilized in the recovery process of patients with coronary heart disease. Several scholars have conducted mindfulness interventions for post-PCI patients with coronary heart disease and achieved promising outcomes. This article primarily focuses on applying mindfulness-based stress reduction in PCI patients with coronary heart disease and its future prospects.