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Published on: February 28, 2012
Perceptions of Singaporean patients living with implantable cardioverter defibrillators: an exploratory qualitative
Sim Leng Ooi1, Betsy Seah2, Vivien Xi Wu2
1National University Hospital, Singapore.
Background:
Despite the increasing use of implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) as a preventive approach for high-risk patients with arrhythmias, little is known about the perceptions of ICD recipients regarding these devices and their impact on quality of life.
Objectives:
To explore perceptions towards quality of life, coping strategies, and learning needs of patients living with ICDs in Singapore.
Methods:
16 participants (age ranges 52 to 84 years old) were purposively recruited and interviewed individually for this exploratory qualitative study. Data collected was analyzed using thematic analysis.
Results:
Seven themes emerged: experiencing ICD shocks, ambivalent "love-hate" relationship with ICD, receiving support from healthcare professionals and social networks, attaining acceptance and returning to normalcy, physical coping, emotional coping, and readiness and need for enhanced patient education.
Conclusions:
With an insight to the perceptions of ICD recipients in Singapore, future practice can focus on addressing their concerns and improve post-implantation quality of life.
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