The Effect of Brief Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for PTCA Patients Background and Summary of Study Findings by William Stone RN MSN CNS Abstract Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA) has become a major treatment modality for patients with coronary artery disease (CAD). Recurrent disease (myocardial infarction, restenois, recurrent pain, etc.) following PTCA remains a significant problem. Psychological… Read more »
