Psychological support for patients undergoing VSD drainage surgery for chronic wounds
The Influence of Systematic Psychological Intervention on Patients Undergoing VSD Drainage Surgery for Chronic Infected Wounds
This study is testing whether adding psychological support to the care of patients having VSD drainage surgery for chronic wounds can help them feel better emotionally and recover faster.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Yiwu, Zhejiang) |
| Trial ID | NCT06424561 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to enhance the care of patients undergoing VSD drainage surgery for chronic wounds by integrating systematic psychological interventions. It focuses on addressing negative emotions such as depression and anxiety, which can hinder recovery and affect quality of life. By employing tailored psychological nursing techniques and communication strategies, the study seeks to alleviate patients' fears and improve their compliance with medical advice, ultimately predicting and mitigating postoperative complications. The approach combines empathetic care with psychological counseling to expedite wound healing.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are mentally healthy adults who are undergoing VSD surgery for chronic wounds and are supportive of the intervention.
Not a fit: Patients with cognitive impairments or those who are skeptical and uncooperative regarding the study may not benefit from this intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve the psychological well-being and recovery outcomes of patients undergoing VSD drainage surgery.
How similar studies have performed: While the integration of psychological interventions in surgical care is gaining attention, this specific approach to VSD drainage surgery is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: \- A mentally healthy, communicative adult. Patients and their families are cooperative, understanding, and supportive of this study. Adult patients undergoing VSD surgery for chronic wounds. Exclusion Criteria: \- Patients who are unable to effectively cooperate with nursing questionnaires due to auditory or visual impairments, cognitive impairments, or low levels of cultural literacy. Patients with poor compliance or those who harbor skepticism and hostility towards this research.
Where this trial is running
Yiwu, Zhejiang
- The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine — Yiwu, Zhejiang, China (Recruiting)
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.