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Phase II Feasibility Trial Opens: Digital Prehabilitation vs Standard Care in Cardiac Surgery — What Clinicians Need to Know

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23 June 2026

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4 min read

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The PREBEAT trial investigates digital prehabilitation for cardiac surgery patients through a mobile app delivering exercise, nutrition, and surgical preparation. This Australian feasibility study examines usability, acceptability, and adherence in 40 participants.

Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov

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