Impact of Patient Empowerment on the Progression of Acute Coronary Syndrome: Development of the Methodology for a Case-Control Study

Background/Aim: Cardiovascular diseases, especially Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS), are a growing global concern. The management of ACS relies on both medical treatment and patient empowerment to reduce readmissions and emergency room visits. This study focuses on identifying factors that limit patient empowerment. The article develops the methodology to assess the impact of empowerment on ACS patients through comprehensive follow-up. Materials and Methods: The study employs a systematic design to evaluate the impact of patient empowerment on ACS management over a 12-month follow-up period. Educational tools are integrated during hospitalization and post-discharge, with an initial assessment of patient knowledge and self-care conducted through standardized questionnaires and interviews. The nursing team, with cardiology expertise, oversees personalized interventions and collaborates with cardiologists to manage complications. Results: Results are pending analysis. This article details the methodology for tracking patient empowerment. Future publications will present the analysis of initial evaluations and the effectiveness of educational tools. Data is expected to reveal how educational strategies during and after hospitalization impact patient empowerment and ACS clinical outcomes. Discussion y/o Conclusions: Discussion will occur after results are available. The analysis is expected to explore how patient empowerment relates to reduced readmissions and emergency visits, and how initial assessments and educational tools address patient knowledge and self-care. Conclusions will be drawn from the results and presented in future publications. The study aims to show that integrating educational tools and proactive nursing follow-up can significantly enhance patient empowerment in ACS. Continued collaboration with cardiologists and personalized interventions will be essential for success.