N/A
Completed N=66
Implementing Evidence in the Detection and Treatment of Post Stroke Depression
Mental Health Disorders · Neurology · Health Services
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov NCT00296140 ↗
Enrolled (actual)
66
Serious AEs
3.0%
Results posted
Aug 2018
Primary outcomePrimary: PHQ-9 — 6.4; 4.4 units on a scale
Summary
Post Stroke Depression (PSD)is a high volume condition with negative impact on patient recovery after stroke. The primary aim of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of a system intervention to improve the proportion of Veterans screened and started on treatment for PSD.
The secondary aim is evaluate whether a patient-based self-management intervention provides any additional benefit compared to usual care.
Outcome Measures
| Outcome | Result | p-value |
|---|---|---|
| PRIMARY PHQ-9 |
6.4; 4.4 | — |
| SECONDARY SS-QOL |
4.0; 4.1 | — |
| SECONDARY Self-efficacy |
8.8; 8.5 | — |
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- Aim 1 - veterans with ischemic stroke hospitalized at any of the VISN 8 or 11 facilities during the 18th month enrollment period.
- Aim 2 - veterans hospitalized at the Indianapolis or Gainesville VAMC's.
Exclusion Criteria
- Aim 1 - none
- Aim 2 - 18 or younger, unable to speak or understand English, severe cognitive impairments, no access to telephone, not willing to follow-up at VA for outpatient care, unwilling to participate in interviews and/or life expectancy less than 6 months.
Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT00296140). Outcome figures and adverse-event rates are extracted automatically from the registry's posted results and are provided for clinician reference, not as a substitute for the primary publication. Informational only — not medical advice.