Do beta-blockers reduce negative intrusive thoughts and anxiety in cancer survivors? - An emulated trial

CONCLUSIONS: The emulated trials demonstrated no evidence of a protective effect of beta-blocker therapy against intrusive thoughts. The Active group had reduced quality of life and elevated anxiety compared to the Control group.TRIAL REGISTRATION: The three cohort studies were registered at isrctn.com/clinicaltrials.gov (ISRCTN06393679, NCT02530593 and NCT01477229).PMID:38605350 | DOI:10.1186/s12885-024-12236-3

Source: Cancer Control - April 11, 2024 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Carolina Ehrencrona Ying Li Eva Angenete Eva Haglind Stefan Franz én Anna Grimby-Ekman David Bock Source Type: research