Network analysis of symptoms, physiological, psychological and environmental risk factors based on unpleasant symptom theory in patients with chronic heart failure

• DOI: 10.1111/ijn.13246
• Publication Date: 2024-02-23T08:16:30Z
• Authors: Yaqi Wang; Xueying Xu; Qingyun Lv; Yue Zhao; Xiaonan Zhang; Xiaoying Zang
• Keywords: Depression

Abstract Background Somatic symptoms and related factors in patients with chronic heart failure have been extensively researched. However, more insight into the complex interconnections among these constructs is needed, as most studies focus on them independently from each other. Aims The aim of this study to gain a comprehensive understanding how somatic are interconnected failure. Methods A total 379 were enrolled. Network analysis was used explore risk factors. Results four core daytime dyspnea, dyspnea when lying down, fatigue difficulty sleeping. Within network, edge weights depression–anxiety, subjective social support–objective support, support–social support availability significant than others. Among physiological, psychological environmental factors, NYHA–dyspnea, depression–difficulty sleeping, availability–dyspnea down Depression anxiety had highest centrality, indicating stronger closer connections other nodes. Conclusions Psychological stood out suggesting potential value interventions targeting improve overall health.