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Effects of cardiac telerehabilitation versus center-based cardiac rehabilitation on cardiorespiratory fitness in patients with coronary artery disease: a meta-analysis

Year: 2026

Type: review

Study designs: Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis

Abstract: BACKGROUND: ) in patients with CAD. METHODS: A systematic search of PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, Wanfang, and CNKI was conducted for relevant randomized controlled trials (RCTs). Pooled mean differences (MDs) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were calculated using a random-effects model. RESULTS: and follow-up duration were positively associated with treatment effects. The certainty of evidence was rated as moderate due to imprecision, reflected by a pooled estimate close to null and CI crossing the line of no effect. CONCLUSIONS: to CBCR in patients with CAD. Potential benefits may be greater in patients with higher baseline fitness and with longer follow-up, although further high-quality trials are warranted.

Source: BMC Cardiovascular Disorders

DOI: 10.1186/s12872-026-06041-y

Authors: Xingjie Zhong, Jiangqin Wu, Liping Li, Peiyun Feng

Institution: The Second Nanning People's Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Cardiac Health and Mental Health

Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,090