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The Concept of Psychologically Informed Heart Transplantation Care
Alexandra Assabiny1, Zsófia Ocsovszky1, Blanka Ehrenberger1
1Heart and Vascular Center, Semmelweis University, 1085 Budapest, Hungary.
Journal of Clinical Medicine
|February 27, 2026
Summary
Psychologically informed care is crucial for heart transplant (HTX) success. Integrating psychological principles and multidisciplinary teams improves patient adherence, mental health, and long-term outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Psychology
- Transplantation Medicine
Background:
- Psychosocial factors significantly impact heart transplant (HTX) success.
- Adherence, psychological status, and social reintegration are key concerns post-transplant.
Purpose of the Study:
- To synthesize evidence for psychologically informed heart transplantation care.
- To highlight the integration of psychological principles into routine medical practice.
Main Methods:
- Adopting the WHO Multidimensional Adherence Model for HTX patients.
- Implementing a spectrum approach to mental health assessment and care.
- Training collaborative teams in Low-Intensity Psychological Interventions.
Main Results:
- Multidisciplinary team involvement is linked to better care quality and outcomes.
- Psychologically informed care facilitates genuine interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Low-Intensity Psychological Interventions can address anxiety, adherence, and health behaviors.
Conclusions:
- Psychologically informed care is essential for comprehensive psychosocial support in heart transplantation.
- Integrating psychological principles enhances patient outcomes and quality of life.
- Transdisciplinary collaboration is key to optimizing the heart transplant journey.
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