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Quality of Life, Mental Health, and Exercise Levels in Individuals with Mild to Moderate Ascending Aortic Dilation: A Cross-Sectional Case-Control Analysis

  • By

  • Fredrik Nilsson

  • Marcus Lindenberger

  • Sabina Borg

  • David Kylhammar

  • Petter Dyverfeldt

  • Filip Hammaréus

  • Lena Jonasson

  • Aleksandra Krzynska-Trzebiatowska

  • Lennart Nilsson

  • Chiara Trenti

  • Jan Engvall

  • Eva Swahn

  • September 21, 2026

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    Ascending aortic dilation can lead to serious complications, necessitating ongoing surveillance and potential prophylactic surgery.

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    Health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in conservatively managed patients with ascending aortic dilation is less understood compared to those who undergo surgical repair.

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    There is a documented bidirectional association between cardiovascular disease and depression, impacting patient outcomes.

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    Patients with aortic dilation often face restrictions on physical exercise, which may contribute to increased psychological distress.

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    The study aims to evaluate HRQoL, psychological status, and physical activity levels in patients with mild to moderate ascending aortic dilation.

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Health-related quality of life, psychological well-being and physical activity in patients with mild-to-moderate ascending aortic dilation - a cross-sectional case-control study

  • by Fredrik Nilsson, Marcus Lindenberger, Sabina Borg, David Kylhammar, Petter Dyverfeldt, Filip Hammaréus, Lena Jonasson, Aleksandra Krzynska-Trzebiatowska, Lennart Nilsson, Chiara Trenti, Jan Engvall, Eva Swahn

  • September 21, 2026

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