Assessing depression levels in cardiothoracic surgery healthcare workers in Baghdad

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to estimate the prevalence and severity of depression among healthcare workers in cardiothoracic surgery departments in Baghdad using the PHQ-9 questionnaire. Participants will complete the questionnaire to measure their depressive symptoms, while demographic and occupational details will be collected to identify any correlations with depression levels. The study seeks to understand how occupational stressors may contribute to mental health issues in this specific group of healthcare professionals.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Healthcare professionals actively working in cardiothoracic surgery departments in Baghdad, including surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and support staff.
* Participants who provide informed consent for participation in the study.
* Able to complete questionnaire form.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Individuals with a previously diagnosed psychiatric condition other than depression that could confound the results.
* Incomplete or missing responses on the PHQ-9 questionnaire.
* Refusal to provide informed consent.
* Participants are currently undergoing treatment for depression or other mental health conditions.
* Healthcare workers on long-term leave or who have not actively worked in the cardiothoracic surgery department for the past 3 months.

Where it's running

• College of Medicine - Al-Nahrain University
  Baghdad, Iraq Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Abdul-Ilah R. Khamis
• Email: allaabed987@ced.nahrainuniv.edu.iq
• Phone: +9647838571013

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.