Autogenic training reduces anxiety after coronary angioplasty: A randomized clinical trial

American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis,  Jul 2004  by Hammond, D Corydon

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Kanji, N., White, A. R., & Ernst, E. (2004). Autogenic training reduces anxiety after coronary angioplasty: A randomized clinical trial. American Heart Journal, 147(3), ElO. Autogenic training (AT) is a structured type of self-hypnosis. This study evaluated whether AT lowers anxiety levels experienced by patients undergoing coronary angioplasty.

Fifty-nine patients were randomly assigned to receive regular AT as an adjunct to standard medical care for 5 months, or to standard care. State anxiety was measured at the end of 2 and 5 months. Qualitative information was generated by face-to-face interviews. State anxiety showed a significant intergroup difference both at 2 and 5 months. This finding was corroborated by secondary outcome measures, for example, quality of life, and by qualitative information about patients' experiences. The results did not allow a determination as to whether the observed effects are specific to AT or of a nonspecific nature. It was concluded that AT may have a role in reducing anxiety of patients undergoing coronary angioplasty. Address for reprints: Dr. N. Kanji, Complementary Medicine, Peninsula Medical School, Universities of Exeter and Plymouth, Exeter, United Kingdom.

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