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. 2018 Feb 4;5(2):149-157.
doi: 10.1002/nop2.124. eCollection 2018 Apr.

Patients' experiences of the transcatheter aortic valve implantation trajectory: A grounded theory study

Karin Olsson  1   2 , Ulf Näslund  1 , Johan Nilsson  1 , Åsa Hörnsten  2
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Patients' experiences of the transcatheter aortic valve implantation trajectory: A grounded theory study

Karin Olsson et al. Nurs Open. .

Abstract

Aim: The aim of this study was to explore how patients experienced the recovery process from transcatheter aortic valve implantation.

Design: A qualitative approach where in-depth interviews were used.

Method: Eleven men and eight women undergoing transcatheter aortic valve implantation were individually interviewed 6 months after transcatheter aortic valve implantation. Grounded theory was used for the analysis.

Results: The analysis generated the core concept "A journey of balancing between life-struggle and hope" connected to descriptive, bipolar categories. Before transcatheter aortic valve implantation patients not only felt threatened but also experienced hope. The rehabilitation phase was described as demanding or surprisingly simple. At the 6 months follow-up patients were pleased to return to life, however, still struggling with limitations. To feel hope is essential for transcatheter aortic valve implantation patients' well-being, both before and during the recovery process. It is important that healthcare professionals not only support hopeful thinking but also take time to discuss and prepare patients, talk about concerns and build confidence. Individual plans for rehabilitation should be designed.

Keywords: aortic stenosis; coping; hope; qualitative study; recovery; supportive nursing; transcatheter aortic valve implantation.

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A model of the TAVI trajectory
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