Anxiety and depression among patients attending the cardio vascular outpatient department in a tertiary care centre

Objective: This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of anxiety and depression among patients attending the cardio vascular outpatient Department at ASCOMS Hospital Jammu tertiary care centre. Methodology: A cross sectional analysis was conducted, involving 100 patients attending the cardiovascular OPD conducted over 1 month duration. Standardized psychometric assessments, including validated questionnaires like Patient Health Questionnaire - 9 (PHQ- 9) and Generalised Anxiety Disorder- 7 (GAD - 7) were employed to screen for depression and anxiety respectively. Results: Findings revealed the mean age of participants was 52.2 years. 68% were males and 32% were females.30% of the participants had minimal or no depression, 44% had mild depression, 17% had moderate depression, 9% had moderately severe depression and none had severe depression. Whereas 18% had minimal or no anxiety, 23% had mild anxiety, 30% had moderately anxiety and 29% had severe anxiety. Conclusion: This study underscores the importance of recognizing and addressing depression and anxiety in patients visiting a cardiovascular OPD, shedding light on the holistic care required for individuals with cardiovascular diseases.