Coronary disease & ACSMeta-analysis
Common predictors of return to work across cardiovascular diseases
- Systematic review of systematic reviews
- AMSTAR-2 quality appraisal
- ICF framework
Authors' conclusion
This review enhances the understanding of RTW predictors, contributing to optimized rehabilitation processes and reduced economic burden associated with CVDs.
Study context
- Population
- Individuals with CVD (acute coronary syndrome (ACS), chronic CAD, heart failure (HF), stroke)28 reviews
- Outcome
- Common and disease-specific predictors of return to work (RTW)
Pooled result
As reported in the abstract
Predictors of RTW
- Common predictors: functional capacity, psychological well-being, work characteristics and social support
- Disease-specific predictors: disease severity and treatment characteristics
Further pooled results
Modifiable factors
- Workplace accommodation and psychological challenges identified as critical targets for intervention
Original publication
Common predictors of return to work across cardiovascular diseases. Eur J Prev Cardiol. Published 15 August 2025. doi:10.1093/eurjpc/zwaf508
Summarised from the published abstract; every number is checked against it