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Economic Impact Of Moderate-Vigorous Physical Activity Among Those With And Without Established Cardiovascular Disease: 2012 Medical Expenditure Panel Survey, Javier Valero-Elizondo, Joseph A. Salami, Chukwuemeka U. Osondu, Oluseye Ogunmoroti, Alejandro Arrieta, Erica S. Spatz, Adnan Younus, Jamal S. Rana, Salim S. Virani, Ron Blankstein
Economic Impact Of Moderate-Vigorous Physical Activity Among Those With And Without Established Cardiovascular Disease: 2012 Medical Expenditure Panel Survey, Javier Valero-Elizondo, Joseph A. Salami, Chukwuemeka U. Osondu, Oluseye Ogunmoroti, Alejandro Arrieta, Erica S. Spatz, Adnan Younus, Jamal S. Rana, Salim S. Virani, Ron Blankstein
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Background: Physical activity (PA) has an established favorable impact on cardiovascular disease (CVD) outcomes and quality of life. In this study, we aimed to estimate the economic effect of moderate-vigorous PA on medical expenditures and utilization from a nationally representative cohort with and without CVD.
Methods and results: The 2012 Medical Expenditure Panel Survey data were analyzed. Our study population was limited to noninstitutionalized US adults ≥18 years of age. Variables of interest included CVD (coronary artery disease, stroke, heart failure, dysrhythmias, or peripheral artery disease) and cardiovascular modifiable risk factors (CRFs; hypertension, diabetes mellitus, hypercholesterolemia, smoking, and/or obesity). Two-part …
Can A Home-Based Cardiac Physical Activity Program Improve The Physical Function Quality Of Life In Children With Fontan Circulation?, Roni M. Jacobsen, Salil Ginde, Kathleen Mussatto, Jennifer Neubauer, Michael G. Earing, Michael E. Danduran
Can A Home-Based Cardiac Physical Activity Program Improve The Physical Function Quality Of Life In Children With Fontan Circulation?, Roni M. Jacobsen, Salil Ginde, Kathleen Mussatto, Jennifer Neubauer, Michael G. Earing, Michael E. Danduran
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Objective
Patients after Fontan operation for complex congenital heart disease (CHD) have decreased exercise capacity and report reduced health-related quality of life (HRQOL). Studies suggest hospital-based cardiac physical activity programs can improve HRQOL and exercise capacity in patients with CHD; however, these programs have variable adherence rates. The impact of a home-based cardiac physical activity program in Fontan survivors is unclear. This pilot study evaluated the safety, feasibility, and benefits of an innovative home-based physical activity program on HRQOL in Fontan patients.
Methods
A total of 14 children, 8–12 years, with Fontan circulation enrolled in a 12-week moderate/high intensity home-based …