Heart attack survivors: could early stress trigger PTSD?

NCT ID NCT04130269

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tracks 100 heart attack survivors to see how many develop anxiety or posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in the long run. Researchers will measure early pain, stress, and anxiety levels to understand their impact on mental health. The goal is to identify those at risk and improve future care.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this study could help identify heart attack survivors at risk for PTSD, leading to better mental health support and possibly reducing future heart problems.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study with only 100 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It does not test any treatment, so it cannot directly improve outcomes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

myocardial infarction

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Medical University of Graz

    RECRUITING

    Graz, Styria, 8036, Austria

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