Abstract 231: Single Site Lifestyle Survey in FMD Patients Suggests Improvement Over Time [Session Title: Poster Session II]

Conclusion: Among patients from a single center participating in the USRFMD, rates of anxiety and depression are nearly double that of the general population. Trends indicate that depression, physical symptoms, and anxiety may decrease over time. Given the higher rates of anxiety, depression, and somatoform symptoms compared to the general population, greater efforts are needed to make earlier diagnoses and support patients, particularly in the early stages post-diagnosis.

Source: Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes - March 31, 2017 Category: Cardiology Authors: Bumpus, S. M., Heidt, S. T., Krallman, R., Kline-Rogers, E. Tags: Session Title: Poster Session II Source Type: research