Factors Associated With Improved Exercise Tolerance Among Patients Undergoing Long‐Term Phase III Cardiac Rehabilitation: A Two‐Center Retrospective Observational Study
Retrospective observational study found improved exercise tolerance in cardiovascular disease patients, indicating cardiac rehabilitation effectiveness.
Key Points
Improved exercise tolerance was observed among responders, highlighting their significant gains in peak VO 2.
Median age was 71.5 years; 124 participants included in the analysis with notable physical function variations.
Assessment used cardiopulmonary exercise testing and modified Poisson regression analysis to identify factors.
Results suggest the importance of tailored cardiac rehabilitation programs for enhancing exercise tolerance.