Unraveling the Key Factors Behind Patient Decision Delay in Aortic Dissection Patients: A Cross-Sectional Study

Decision delay is a prevalent issue among aortic dissection patients, necessitating targeted interventions. The study confirms that patient decision delay is driven by clinical factors and, crucially, by modifiable factors within the Self-Regulatory Model, such as negative illness perceptions and heightened perceived barriers. Interventions targeting these cognitive and psychosocial barriers are imperative for improving outcomes.