The Efficacy of a Single Session of 20-Minute Mindful Breathing in Reducing Dyspnea Among Patients With Acute Decompensated Heart Failure: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Jun 10, 2026

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Heart failure is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, and while standard management relies on pharmacotherapy and cardiac device implantation, supportive strategies for dyspnea remain limited. This randomized controlled trial evaluates whether a single 20-minute mindful breathing session, added to standard care, reduces dyspnea severity in patients hospitalized for acute decompensated heart failure. Outcomes use an ESAS-based dyspnea score in a parallel-group, non-blinded design.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryHealthcare

FormatPDF

Pages7

Reading Time18 min

Abstract

Study objective and rationale

Trial design and intervention

Outcome measurement

FAQs

What was the main objective of the study?

To test whether a single session of 20-minute mindful breathing can reduce dyspnea in patients admitted for acute decompensated heart failure.

How was the trial designed?

It was a parallel-group, non-blinded randomized controlled trial comparing mindful breathing plus standard care versus standard care alone.

What tool was used to measure dyspnea?

Dyspnea severity was assessed using a dyspnea score based on the Edmonton Symptom Assessment System (ESAS).

Jun 10, 2026

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