Inducing and Relieving Factors of Chest Tightness (Pain) in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)

National Taiwan University

Status: Completed

Conditions: Acute Coronary Syndrome

Study type: Observational

Funder types: Other

Identifiers

NCT07142733

202402091RIND

Details and patient eligibility

About

The research aims to investigate various aspects related to chest discomfort (pain) in patients diagnosed with Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS). Firstly, it seeks to identify the factors that trigger such discomfort in ACS patients. Additionally, the study aims to explore different methods utilized to alleviate chest pain in these individuals and assess their effectiveness. Furthermore, it aims to analyze how basic attributes of patients may influence both the precipitating factors and the effectiveness of relief methods for chest discomfort. Finally, the research aims to understand how factors related to other diseases may impact chest discomfort and its alleviation methods in ACS patients.

Full description

The inclusion criteria for this study comprise patients aged 18 years or older who are proficient in communicating with the researcher in Mandarin or Taiwanese Hokkien. Exclusion criteria include individuals currently diagnosed with a mental illness, those with substance abuse or alcohol addiction, and those experiencing acute onset symptoms without a prior history of chest discomfort or pain related to heart issues.

Enrollment: 142 patients

Sex: All

Ages: 18+ years old

Volunteers: No Healthy Volunteers

Inclusion criteria

• The inclusion criteria for this study comprise patients aged 18 years or older who are proficient in communicating with the researcher in Mandarin or Taiwanese Hokkien.

Exclusion criteria

• Exclusion criteria include individuals currently diagnosed with a mental illness, those with substance abuse or alcohol addiction, and those experiencing acute onset symptoms without a prior history of chest discomfort or pain related to heart issues.