Cardiopulmonary exercise testing for personalized job reintegration after acute cardiovascular attacks: a pilot cross-sectional study.

Background: Cardiovascular diseases (CVD), particularly the ischemic heart disease, are a growing public health issue. In addition, the return to work after an acute cardiovascular attack represents a complex challenge.

Objectives: To evaluate utility and safety of cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET), particularly performed "on site", to promote a return to work in line with the residual working capacity.