Publications by authors named "John Marsala"
Article Synopsis
- - The study investigated the impact of a tailored in-hospital intervention for frail older patients with cardiovascular disease, assessing its effect on health-related quality of life (HRQOL) and mood compared to standard care.
- - Results showed that the intervention led to significant improvements in HRQOL and mood disturbances, although it did not affect disability scores.
- - The findings suggest this intervention is safe and beneficial for enhancing the well-being of frail older adults, but further research is needed to examine long-term outcomes and broader applicability.
De-frailing intervention for hospitalized cardiovascular patients in the TARGET-EFT randomized clinical trial.
Eur Heart J Qual Care Clin Outcomes
August 2023
Article Synopsis
- Frailty is common among older patients with cardiovascular disease and can worsen during hospital stays, leading to negative health outcomes.
- The TARGET-EFT trial tested an intervention that included exercise, cognitive stimulation, protein, and iron supplementation to improve the health of frail older adults during their hospital admission at the Jewish General Hospital in Montreal.
- Results showed that patients who received the intervention had better scores in physical performance and functioning compared to those who received standard care, suggesting that such strategies can help improve short-term health outcomes and support independent living.