Dyadic coping experiences of young and middle-aged patients undergoing PCI for coronary heart disease and their spouses during the perioperative period: a qualitative study - Takeaways - MDSpire

Dyadic coping experiences of young and middle-aged patients undergoing PCI for coronary heart disease and their spouses during the perioperative period: a qualitative study

  • By

  • Suwen Ma

  • Shuyu Lu

  • Hua Lu

  • Hong Li

  • Yi Liang

  • Juanjuan Liu

  • Pinyue Tao

  • June 4, 2026

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    The study explores dyadic coping experiences of young and middle-aged patients and their spouses during the perioperative phase of PCI.

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    Nineteen pairs of patients and spouses participated in semistructured interviews, revealing key themes in their coping strategies.

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    Identified themes include differing coping styles, psychological stress from financial pressures, and variations in perceptions of spousal support.

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    The study emphasizes the importance of spousal interaction and communication in managing chronic illness during the PCI perioperative period.

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    Recommendations include developing a collaborative care intervention program that enhances health literacy and spousal communication.

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Dyadic coping experiences of young and middle-aged patients undergoing PCI for coronary heart disease and their spouses during the perioperative period: a qualitative study

  • by Suwen Ma, Shuyu Lu, Hua Lu, Hong Li, Yi Liang, Juanjuan Liu, Pinyue Tao

  • June 4, 2026

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