Cardiac Rehabilitation in Young Patients: Experience of the Mohamed V Military Teaching Hospital (Based on 58 Patients)

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of mortality worldwide and in Morocco, despite significant advancements in emergency therapeutic strategies.Cardiac rehabilitation (CR) has emerged as a key intervention to optimize secondary prevention, reduce morbidity and mortality, and improve patients' quality of life. Objective:This study aims to evaluate the impact of the cardiac rehabilitation program at the cardiology center of the Mohammed V Military Teaching Hospital in Rabat, Morocco, on the quality of life and functional capacities of young patients with various cardiac conditions. Methods:A prospective cohort study was conducted at the cardiac rehabilitation unit of the Mohammed V Military Teaching Hospital from October 2017 to 2023.A total of 58 young adult patients with diverse cardiac conditions, whether post-surgical or non-surgical, were enrolled.Patients underwent a comprehensive clinical evaluation, including electrocardiography (ECG), transthoracic echocardiography (TTE), biochemical analysis, a six-minute walk test (6MWT), and cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET) with VO2 max measurements.The CR program consisted of three progressive phases: hospital-based, outpatient, and maintenance. Results:The program demonstrated significant improvements in patients' functional and cardiorespiratory capacities, as well as enhanced quality of life.The multidisciplinary approach, including physical reconditioning, therapeutic education, and optimization of medical management, contributed to these outcomes. Conclusion:Cardiac rehabilitation effectively enhances functional capacity and quality of life in young patients with cardiovascular diseases.It underscores the importance of multidisciplinary care in managing chronic cardiovascular conditions.