Publications [#270651] of James A. Blumenthal

Journal Articles

1. Lichtman, JH; Bigger, JT; Blumenthal, JA; Frasure-Smith, N; Kaufmann, PG; Lespérance, F; Mark, DB; Sheps, DS; Taylor, CB; Froelicher, ES; American Heart Association Prevention Committee of the Council on Cardiovascular Nursing, ; American Heart Association Council on Clinical Cardiology, ; American Heart Association Council on Epidemiology and Prevention, ; American Heart Association Interdisciplinary Council on Quality of Care and Outcomes Research, ; American Psychiatric Association, (2008). Depression and coronary heart disease: recommendations for screening, referral, and treatment: a science advisory from the American Heart Association Prevention Committee of the Council on Cardiovascular Nursing, Council on Clinical Cardiology, Council on Epidemiology and Prevention, and Interdisciplinary Council on Quality of Care and Outcomes Research: endorsed by the American Psychiatric Association.. Circulation, 118(17), 1768-1775. [18824640], [doi]
   (last updated on 2024/01/01)

   Abstract:
   Depression is commonly present in patients with coronary heart disease (CHD) and is independently associated with increased cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. Screening tests for depressive symptoms should be applied to identify patients who may require further assessment and treatment. This multispecialty consensus document reviews the evidence linking depression with CHD and provides recommendations for healthcare providers for the assessment, referral, and treatment of depression.