Posttraumatic stress disorder in patients after transient ischemic attack: A one-year follow-up

We aimed to determine the prevalence of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) 12 months after transient ischemic attack (TIA). TIA patients of our previous investigation (examined 3 months after the event) were again examined 12 months after the diagnosis. PTSD and associated variables were assessed...

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Published in:Journal of psychosomatic research 2019-07, Vol.122, p.36-38
Main Authors: Utz, Kathrin S., Kiphuth, Ines C., Schenk, Thomas
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Aged
Coping
Female
Follow-Up Studies
Humans
Ischemia
Ischemic Attack, Transient - complications
Male
Medical diagnosis
Post traumatic stress disorder
Posttraumatic stress disorder
Quality of life
Severity
Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic - etiology
Transient ischemic attack
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Summary:We aimed to determine the prevalence of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) 12 months after transient ischemic attack (TIA). TIA patients of our previous investigation (examined 3 months after the event) were again examined 12 months after the diagnosis. PTSD and associated variables were assessed via self-rating instruments. Eighty-four patients were included in the analyses. Twelve months after TIA the prevalence of probable PTSD was reduced (8.3%) compared to that found 3 months after TIA (29.6%). Coping assessed 3 months after TIA predicted long-term PTSD severity. Although the prevalence of probable PTSD decreased 12 months after experiencing a TIA compared to 3 months after TIA, prevalence of probable PTSD is still increased relative to that in the general population. •1 year post TIA, PTSD prevalence is still higher compared to the general population.•Maladaptive coping measured 3 months after the event predicted PTSD symptoms.•Mental well-being should receive more attention in TIA patients.
ISSN:0022-3999
1879-1360
DOI:10.1016/j.jpsychores.2019.04.016