Technology Dependency and Health-Related Quality of Life
Toward a Theory of Technology Dependency and Health Related Quality of Life (HRQL): A Test of a Model in Patients With an Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator
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observational
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Brief Summary
This study will explore how people with an implanted cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) feel that dependence on this life-saving technology affects their health-related quality of life. ICD therapy is an important treatment option for patients with serious recurrent abnormal heart rhythms. Overall survival is significantly improved in high risk patients who receive this therapy. This study will explore patients' perceptions of the impact of this device on their health status and well being, and their physical, psychological and social functioning. Patients 18 years of age or older who have an implanted cardioverter defibrillator may be eligible for this study. Participants will fill out a questionnaire booklet containing 170 questions about how they feel about their health, including their concerns and stresses, feelings about dependency on life-saving technology, and illness perception. There are also questions on demography, such as age, marital status, employment, etc. The booklet may take up to 30 minutes to complete. Information obtained from this study may lead to a better understanding of how people feel about their health after receiving an ICD and help patients and families adapt to living with the device.
Trial Health
Trial Health Score
Automated assessment based on enrollment pace, timeline, and geographic reach
participants targeted
Target at P50-P75 for all trials
Started Aug 2001
Typical duration for all trials
1 active site
Health score is calculated from publicly available data and should be used for screening purposes only.
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Study Timeline
Key milestones and dates
Study Start
First participant enrolled
August 1, 2001
CompletedFirst Submitted
Initial submission to the registry
August 17, 2001
CompletedFirst Posted
Study publicly available on registry
August 20, 2001
CompletedStudy Completion
Last participant's last visit for all outcomes
August 1, 2004
CompletedMarch 4, 2008
August 1, 2004
August 17, 2001
March 3, 2008
Conditions
Keywords
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if:
- Male or female adults (18 years of age or older).
- Implantable cardioverter defibrillator.
You may not qualify if:
- Unable to read written English.
Contact the study team to confirm eligibility.
Sponsors & Collaborators
Study Sites (1)
Warren G. Magnuson Clinical Center (CC)
Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States
MeSH Terms
Conditions
Study Design
- Study Type
- observational
- Sponsor Type
- NIH
Study Record Dates
First Submitted
August 17, 2001
First Posted
August 20, 2001
Study Start
August 1, 2001
Study Completion
August 1, 2004
Last Updated
March 4, 2008
Record last verified: 2004-08