Postoperative; Dysfunction Following Cardiac SurgeryMyCaReNCT02778165
My Cardiac Recovery (MyCaRe): A Pilot RCT.
A study testing MyCaRe (my cardiac recovery Android application) in people with Postoperative; Dysfunction Following Cardiac Surgery, run by University Health Network, Toronto at 1 site in Canada.
Trial summary
MyCardiacRecovery (MyCaRe) is an interactive platform that includes a standardized educational format and interactive tracking (wound healing and activity progression using photo capabilities and Fitbit Inspire 2 accelerometer) support during the first 6 to 8 weeks post hospital discharge. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 35 years and older
- Conditions the study is for
- Postoperative; Dysfunction Following Cardiac Surgery
- What is being tested?
- MyCaRe (my cardiac recovery Android application)
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 40 participants
- Where
- 1 siteCanada
- Study dates
- 1 Oct 2022to 30 Jun 2024
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 35 years and older
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- The inclusion criteria for the sample includes:
- comprehend/understand instructions for study and use of app/Fitbit,
- > 35 years of age,
- undergoing traditional (sternotomy approach) coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery,
- an uncomplicated postoperative course,
- standard length of hospital stay (four to eight days),
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- access to wifi internet in their home,
- able to hear telephone conversation,
- reside within the greater Toronto region (GTA) or if outside GTA willing to return devices via mail upon completion of study.
Who cannot join
- The exclusion criteria will include those persons who:
- have cardiac surgery procedures other than CABG,
- reside in a nursing home or long term care facility,
- have any neurological or psychiatric disorder that may impede their ability to self reflect or communicate,
- sustained in-hospital post surgical complications of major significance (such as stroke, deep wound infections, pericardial effusion, etc.), 5) inability to ambulate (i.e. walk unaided at 2 mph).
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
Canada1 site, 1 recruiting
- Recruiting
Cardiac Rehabilitation, Rumsey Centre, TRI-UHN
Toronto, Ontario, M4G1R7
Tracey Colella, RN, PhD, 416-597-3422, tracey.colella@uhn.ca
Anam Tahsinul, MBBS, MPH, 4165408383, mdtahsinul.anam@uhn.ca
About this study
Official title: My Cardiac Recovery (MyCaRe): A Pilot RCT to Examine the Effect of MyCaRe Android Application on Recovery Outcomes and Enrolment in Cardiac Rehab Post Cardiac Surgery.
MyCardiacRecovery (MyCaRe) is an interactive platform that includes a standardized educational format and interactive tracking (wound healing and activity progression using photo capabilities and Fitbit Inspire 2 accelerometer) support during the first 6 to 8 weeks post hospital discharge. This android application will help patients and family navigate their way through the continuum of care by providing an: a) integrated link between acute care and outpatient cardiac rehab (CR) for efficient coordination of information and reduction in duplication of services; b) patient care and education materials designed to address salient recovery questions; c) improved communication between the patient and care providers and, d) ensure streamlined systematic referral to CR. This innovative strategy has the potential to positively impact patient satisfaction, improve patient outcomes and possibly minimize financial constraints placed on the health care system. Phase 1 (preliminary usability testing) of prototype 1.0 is complete. Phase 2 will focus on testing MyCaRe 2.0 in a sample of post cardiac surgery patients using a pilot randomized controlled trial (RCT) design.
Read the detailed description
The early transition period post coronary artery bypass graft surgery is one associated with intense physiological and psychosocial adjustment that requires patients make sustainable long-term lifestyle changes. Cardiac rehabilitation (CR) is an evidence-based risk reduction program that has been shown to improve overall fitness and quality of life as well as lower morbidity and mortality in patients with coronary artery disease. Therefore, the development of supportive strategies to bridge the gap from acute care in to CR through early intervention for cardiac surgery patients is essential. MyCardiacRecovery (MyCaRe) is an interactive platform that includes a standardized educational format and interactive tracking (wound healing and activity progression using photo capabilities and Fitbit Inspire 2 accelerometer) support during the first 6 to 8 weeks post hospital discharge. This application will help patients and family navigate their way through the continuum of care by providing an: a) integrated link between acute care and outpatient cardiac rehab for efficient coordination of information and reduction in duplication of services; b) patient care and education materials designed to address salient recovery questions; c) improved communication between the patient and care providers and, d) ensure streamlined systematic referral to CR. This innovative strategy has the potential to positively impact patient satisfaction, improve patient outcomes and possibly minimize financial constraints placed on the health care system. Phase 1 (preliminary usability testing) of prototype 1.0 is complete. Phase 2 will focus on testing MyCaRe 2.0 in a sample of post cardiac surgery patients using a pilot randomized controlled trial design.
Protocol Summary: App Study Phase 2 - Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial N= 40 (20 usual care + intervention; 20 usual care) Study Population: Post cardiac surgery patient population at 1 acute care cardiac centre in Toronto Study Design Pilot Randomized controlled trial Study Duration March 2022 - Dec 2022 Study Agent/ Intervention MyCaRe prototype (mobile application) Primary Objectives: 1) To examine the effect of MyCaRe application on enrolment in CR post cardiac surgery in comparison to usual care (assessing effectiveness of intervention);
Secondary Objectives:
- To examine the impact of MyCaRe application on patient recovery and satisfaction (i.e. knowledge level, perceptions of recovery outcomes such as activity progression, quality of life, anxiety and depression) 3) To examine the effect of MyCaRe application on health services use. 4) To examine patient and clinician satisfaction, specifically user ease, usability and comfort with MyCaRe application.
- Being tested
- MyCaRe (my cardiac recovery Android application)
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
MyCaRe (my cardiac recovery Android application)Other
Also called MyCaRe
Android application \& Fitbit Inspire 2 activity monitor
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Usual Care | No intervention | Patients receiving usual care are typically referred to CR at the time of discharge from the acute care center via paper or electronic systematic referral (completed by a physician or nurse practitioner). Additionally, a conversation with the patient regarding CR by a healthcare provider may occur, however this communication is not always a consistent occurrence. Once referred, patients will await contact from a CR program in their region/area and if actual program enrollment occurs, this usually happens between 8 to 10 weeks post discharge. |
| MyCaRe Android Application | Experimental | The MyCaRe mobile application (education and symptom monitoring which includes pain, mood scales, wound monitoring) and Fitbit accelerometer (steps walked, distance) will be provided to patients receiving intervention group allocation for the initial 6 to 8 weeks recovery post cardiac surgery. The patients will be provided a temporary loan mobile device loaded with MyCaRe and Fitbit Inspire 2 before leaving hospital. They will be asked to input data (pain, mood, wounds, activity, blood sugar, blood pressure) daily if possible in first 2 weeks and once weekly thereafter until 6 to 8 weeks or until entry to a cardiac rehabilitation program. Receives: Other: MyCaRe (my cardiac recovery Android application) |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Enrolment in cardiac rehabilitation
The number of individuals who attend their initial cardiac rehab intake appointment will be the primary outcome measure of enrollment. Enrollment is defined in accordance with Canadian Cardiovascular Society data definitions (http://bridge.ccs.ca/index.php/en/), as patient having attended their scheduled cardiac rehab intake appointment (i.e., risk factor assessment, goal-setting). Enrollment will be verified with patient as well as with the CR program in which they are enrolled.
Measured: 8 weeks post operative discharge
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted19 May 2016 (estimated)
- Study start1 Oct 2022
- Primary completion31 Dec 2023 (estimated)
- Study completion30 Jun 2024 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (56)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Postoperative; Dysfunction Following Cardiac SurgeryStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by University Health Network, TorontoThe sponsor's other registered studies.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Health services research
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind
- Who is masked
- Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 40 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- University Health Network, Toronto
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Collaborators
- Toronto General Hospital
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Tracey JF Colella, University Health Network, Toronto
- Investigators
- Tracey J Colella, PhD, Principal investigator, University Health Network, Toronto
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT02778165
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- 15-9520
- Acronym
- MyCaRe
- Status last verified
- May 2023
- First submitted
- 18 May 2016
- Last updated
- 26 May 2023
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No
Publications
Cardiac Care Network of Ontario. Report on adult cardiac surgery in Ontario. Retrieved July 2, 2013 at http://www.ccn.ca/ccc public/uploadfiles/files/Provincial%21 Cardiac%20Surgery%20Reports%20-%20Final%20Draft.pdf
Stewart, M.J. (1993). Integrating social support in nursing. Newbury Park: Sage.
Goodman H. Patients' perceptions of their education needs in the first six weeks following discharge after cardiac surgery. J Adv Nurs. 1997 Jun;25(6):1241-51. doi: 10.1046/j.1365-2648.1997.19970251241.x.
PubMed 9181423Meleis AI. Transition Theory. Middle range and situation specific theories in nursingresearch and practice. 2010. Springer Publishing: New York.
Hamalainen H, Smith R, Puukka P, Lind J, Kallio V, Kuttila K, Ronnemaa T. Social support and physical and psychological recovery one year after myocardial infarction or coronary artery bypass surgery. Scand J Public Health. 2000 Mar;28(1):62-70. doi: 10.1177/140349480002800111.
PubMed 10817316Lapum J, Angus JE, Peter E, Watt-Watson J. Patients' discharge experiences: returning home after open-heart surgery. Heart Lung. 2011 May-Jun;40(3):226-35. doi: 10.1016/j.hrtlng.2010.01.001. Epub 2010 Apr 14.
PubMed 20561868World Health Organization (WHO). 2005 Facing the facts: The impact of chronic disease in Canada. Retrieved May 4, 2011 at http://www.who.int/chp/chronic_disease_report/en/
Piepoli MF, Corra U, Benzer W, Bjarnason-Wehrens B, Dendale P, Gaita D, McGee H, Mendes M, Niebauer J, Zwisler AD, Schmid JP; Cardiac Rehabilitation Section of the European Association of Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation. Secondary prevention through cardiac rehabilitation: from knowledge to implementation. A position paper from the Cardiac Rehabilitation Section of the European Association of Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation. Eur J Cardiovasc Prev Rehabil. 2010 Feb;17(1):1-17. doi: 10.1097/HJR.0b013e3283313592.
PubMed 19952757Alter DA, Oh PI, Chong A. Relationship between cardiac rehabilitation and survival after acute cardiac hospitalization within a universal health care system. Eur J Cardiovasc Prev Rehabil. 2009 Feb;16(1):102-13. doi: 10.1097/HJR.0b013e328325d662.
PubMed 19165089Arthur HM, Suskin N, Bayley M, Fortin M, Howlett J, Heckman G, Lewanczuk R. The Canadian Heart Health Strategy and Action Plan: Cardiac rehabilitation as an exemplar of chronic disease management. Can J Cardiol. 2010 Jan;26(1):37-41. doi: 10.1016/s0828-282x(10)70336-6.
PubMed 20101356Oldridge N. Exercise-based cardiac rehabilitation in patients with coronary heart disease: meta-analysis outcomes revisited. Future Cardiol. 2012 Sep;8(5):729-51. doi: 10.2217/fca.12.34.
PubMed 23013125Taylor RS, Brown A, Ebrahim S, Jolliffe J, Noorani H, Rees K, Skidmore B, Stone JA, Thompson DR, Oldridge N. Exercise-based rehabilitation for patients with coronary heart disease: systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Am J Med. 2004 May 15;116(10):682-92. doi: 10.1016/j.amjmed.2004.01.009.
PubMed 15121495Li J, Siegrist J. Physical activity and risk of cardiovascular disease--a meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2012 Feb;9(2):391-407. doi: 10.3390/ijerph9020391. Epub 2012 Jan 26.
PubMed 22470299Schuler G, Adams V, Goto Y. Role of exercise in the prevention of cardiovascular disease: results, mechanisms, and new perspectives. Eur Heart J. 2013 Jun;34(24):1790-9. doi: 10.1093/eurheartj/eht111. Epub 2013 Apr 7.
PubMed 23569199Jackson L, Leclerc J, Erskine Y, Linden W. Getting the most out of cardiac rehabilitation: a review of referral and adherence predictors. Heart. 2005 Jan;91(1):10-4. doi: 10.1136/hrt.2004.045559.
PubMed 15604322
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 26 May 2023. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- My Cardiac Recovery (MyCaRe): A Pilot RCT to Examine the Effect of MyCaRe Android Application on Recovery Outcomes and Enrolment in Cardiac Rehab Post Cardiac Surgery.
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT02778165
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- MyCaRe / 15-9520
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Unknown status
- Enrolment
- 40 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- University Health Network, TorontoUniversity, hospital or other
- Collaborators
- Toronto General Hospital
- Study start
- 1 Oct 2022 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 31 Dec 2023 (estimated)
- Study completion
- 30 Jun 2024 (estimated)
- First posted
- 19 May 2016 (estimated)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
MyCardiacRecovery (MyCaRe) is an interactive platform that includes a standardized educational format and interactive tracking (wound healing and activity progression using photo capabilities and Fitbit Inspire 2 accelerometer) support during the first 6 to 8 weeks post hospital discharge. This android application will help patients and family navigate their way through the continuum of care by providing an: a) integrated link between acute care and outpatient cardiac rehab (CR) for efficient coordination of information and reduction in duplication of services; b) patient care and education materials designed to address salient recovery questions; c) improved communication between the patient and care providers and, d) ensure streamlined systematic referral to CR. This innovative strategy has the potential to positively impact patient satisfaction, improve patient outcomes and possibly minimize financial constraints placed on the health care system. Phase 1 (preliminary usability testing) of prototype 1.0 is complete. Phase 2 will focus on testing MyCaRe 2.0 in a sample of post cardiac surgery patients using a pilot randomized controlled trial (RCT) design.
Detailed description
The early transition period post coronary artery bypass graft surgery is one associated with intense physiological and psychosocial adjustment that requires patients make sustainable long-term lifestyle changes. Cardiac rehabilitation (CR) is an evidence-based risk reduction program that has been shown to improve overall fitness and quality of life as well as lower morbidity and mortality in patients with coronary artery disease. Therefore, the development of supportive strategies to bridge the gap from acute care in to CR through early intervention for cardiac surgery patients is essential. MyCardiacRecovery (MyCaRe) is an interactive platform that includes a standardized educational format and interactive tracking (wound healing and activity progression using photo capabilities and Fitbit Inspire 2 accelerometer) support during the first 6 to 8 weeks post hospital discharge. This application will help patients and family navigate their way through the continuum of care by providing an: a) integrated link between acute care and outpatient cardiac rehab for efficient coordination of information and reduction in duplication of services; b) patient care and education materials designed to address salient recovery questions; c) improved communication between the patient and care providers and, d) ensure streamlined systematic referral to CR. This innovative strategy has the potential to positively impact patient satisfaction, improve patient outcomes and possibly minimize financial constraints placed on the health care system. Phase 1 (preliminary usability testing) of prototype 1.0 is complete. Phase 2 will focus on testing MyCaRe 2.0 in a sample of post cardiac surgery patients using a pilot randomized controlled trial design.
Protocol Summary: App Study Phase 2 - Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial N= 40 (20 usual care + intervention; 20 usual care) Study Population: Post cardiac surgery patient population at 1 acute care cardiac centre in Toronto Study Design Pilot Randomized controlled trial Study Duration March 2022 - Dec 2022 Study Agent/ Intervention MyCaRe prototype (mobile application) Primary Objectives: 1) To examine the effect of MyCaRe application on enrolment in CR post cardiac surgery in comparison to usual care (assessing effectiveness of intervention);
Secondary Objectives:
- To examine the impact of MyCaRe application on patient recovery and satisfaction (i.e. knowledge level, perceptions of recovery outcomes such as activity progression, quality of life, anxiety and depression) 3) To examine the effect of MyCaRe application on health services use. 4) To examine patient and clinician satisfaction, specifically user ease, usability and comfort with MyCaRe application.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Health services research
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind (outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Usual Care | No intervention | –Patients receiving usual care are typically referred to CR at the time of discharge from the acute care center via paper or electronic systematic referral (completed by a physician or nurse practitioner). Additionally, a conversation with the patient regarding CR by a healthcare provider may occur, however this communication is not always a consistent occurrence. Once referred, patients will await contact from a CR program in their region/area and if actual program enrollment occurs, this usually happens between 8 to 10 weeks post discharge. |
| MyCaRe Android Application | Experimental | Other: MyCaRe (my cardiac recovery Android application)The MyCaRe mobile application (education and symptom monitoring which includes pain, mood scales, wound monitoring) and Fitbit accelerometer (steps walked, distance) will be provided to patients receiving intervention group allocation for the initial 6 to 8 weeks recovery post cardiac surgery. The patients will be provided a temporary loan mobile device loaded with MyCaRe and Fitbit Inspire 2 before leaving hospital. They will be asked to input data (pain, mood, wounds, activity, blood sugar, blood pressure) daily if possible in first 2 weeks and once weekly thereafter until 6 to 8 weeks or until entry to a cardiac rehabilitation program. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 35 years and older
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (9 listed)
- comprehend/understand instructions for study and use of app/Fitbit,
- > 35 years of age,
- undergoing traditional (sternotomy approach) coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery,
- an uncomplicated postoperative course,
- standard length of hospital stay (four to eight days),
Key exclusion criteria (5 listed)
- The exclusion criteria will include those persons who:
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| MyCaRe (my cardiac recovery Android application)Also: MyCaReAndroid application \& Fitbit Inspire 2 activity monitor | Other | MyCaRe Android Application |
Primary outcome
Enrolment in cardiac rehabilitation
Time frame: 8 weeks post operative discharge
The number of individuals who attend their initial cardiac rehab intake appointment will be the primary outcome measure of enrollment. Enrollment is defined in accordance with Canadian Cardiovascular Society data definitions (http://bridge.ccs.ca/index.php/en/), as patient having attended their scheduled cardiac rehab intake appointment (i.e., risk factor assessment, goal-setting). Enrollment will be verified with patient as well as with the CR program in which they are enrolled.
Results and safety
Results are not available in the source record.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 26 May 2023.
- BackgroundCardiac Care Network of Ontario. Report on adult cardiac surgery in Ontario. Retrieved July 2, 2013 at http://www.ccn.ca/ccc public/uploadfiles/files/Provincial%21 Cardiac%20Surgery%20Reports%20-%20Final%20Draft.pdf
- BackgroundStewart, M.J. (1993). Integrating social support in nursing. Newbury Park: Sage.
- Background: PubMed 9181423Goodman H. Patients' perceptions of their education needs in the first six weeks following discharge after cardiac surgery. J Adv Nurs. 1997 Jun;25(6):1241-51. doi: 10.1046/j.1365-2648.1997.19970251241.x.
- BackgroundMeleis AI. Transition Theory. Middle range and situation specific theories in nursingresearch and practice. 2010. Springer Publishing: New York.
- Background: PubMed 10817316Hamalainen H, Smith R, Puukka P, Lind J, Kallio V, Kuttila K, Ronnemaa T. Social support and physical and psychological recovery one year after myocardial infarction or coronary artery bypass surgery. Scand J Public Health. 2000 Mar;28(1):62-70. doi: 10.1177/140349480002800111.
- Background: PubMed 20561868Lapum J, Angus JE, Peter E, Watt-Watson J. Patients' discharge experiences: returning home after open-heart surgery. Heart Lung. 2011 May-Jun;40(3):226-35. doi: 10.1016/j.hrtlng.2010.01.001. Epub 2010 Apr 14.
- BackgroundWorld Health Organization (WHO). 2005 Facing the facts: The impact of chronic disease in Canada. Retrieved May 4, 2011 at http://www.who.int/chp/chronic_disease_report/en/
- Background: PubMed 19952757Piepoli MF, Corra U, Benzer W, Bjarnason-Wehrens B, Dendale P, Gaita D, McGee H, Mendes M, Niebauer J, Zwisler AD, Schmid JP; Cardiac Rehabilitation Section of the European Association of Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation. Secondary prevention through cardiac rehabilitation: from knowledge to implementation. A position paper from the Cardiac Rehabilitation Section of the European Association of Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation. Eur J Cardiovasc Prev Rehabil. 2010 Feb;17(1):1-17. doi: 10.1097/HJR.0b013e3283313592.
- Background: PubMed 19165089Alter DA, Oh PI, Chong A. Relationship between cardiac rehabilitation and survival after acute cardiac hospitalization within a universal health care system. Eur J Cardiovasc Prev Rehabil. 2009 Feb;16(1):102-13. doi: 10.1097/HJR.0b013e328325d662.
- Background: PubMed 20101356Arthur HM, Suskin N, Bayley M, Fortin M, Howlett J, Heckman G, Lewanczuk R. The Canadian Heart Health Strategy and Action Plan: Cardiac rehabilitation as an exemplar of chronic disease management. Can J Cardiol. 2010 Jan;26(1):37-41. doi: 10.1016/s0828-282x(10)70336-6.
- Background: PubMed 23013125Oldridge N. Exercise-based cardiac rehabilitation in patients with coronary heart disease: meta-analysis outcomes revisited. Future Cardiol. 2012 Sep;8(5):729-51. doi: 10.2217/fca.12.34.
- Background: PubMed 15121495Taylor RS, Brown A, Ebrahim S, Jolliffe J, Noorani H, Rees K, Skidmore B, Stone JA, Thompson DR, Oldridge N. Exercise-based rehabilitation for patients with coronary heart disease: systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Am J Med. 2004 May 15;116(10):682-92. doi: 10.1016/j.amjmed.2004.01.009.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No
Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
Tracey J Colella, PhD principal investigator
University Health Network, Toronto
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing MyCaRe (my cardiac recovery Android application) in people with Postoperative; Dysfunction Following Cardiac Surgery, run by University Health Network, Toronto at 1 site in Canada.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 9 inclusion and 5 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: status not confirmed, as of the sponsor's last update on 26 May 2023. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Canada. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
Results are not available in the source record.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
Contact Tracey J Colella, PhD (4165973422, tracey.colella@uhn.ca), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Enrolment in cardiac rehabilitation (time frame: 8 weeks post operative discharge). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT02778165, which also lists 56 linked publications.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 26 May 2023; AzTrials last refreshed its copy on 7 Nov 2026.