What is the purpose of the Japanese Heart Failure Outpatients Disease Management and Cardiac Evaluation (J-HOMECARE) study?
The purpose of the Japanese Heart Failure Outpatients Disease Management and Cardiac Evaluation (J-HOMECARE) study is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of a home-based disease management program in improving the psychological status of patients with heart failure in Japan. The study design utilizes a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial to measure the effectiveness of the program. The primary outcomes of the study include changes in psychological status, quality of life, and physical functioning. Secondary outcomes of the study include changes in the number of hospitalizations, mortality, and treatment adherence. 