Statin for Depression in Patients Undergoing Coronary Artery Bypass Graft

Summary

Depression is frequently observed in patients with coronary heart disease (CHD) and represents a significant risk factor for major cardiovascular events. Previous study has proved that high sensitive C-reactive protein (hsCRP) was an independent predictor for depression in CABG patients at 6 months after bypass surgery. Statins can effectively reduce the blood levels of hsCRP. This study aim to examine whether statins can improve the prognosis of depressive patients undergoing coronary artery bypass surgery through reducing the levels of hsCRP.

Timeline

Start

2012-06

Primary completion

2013-12

Completion

2014-06

Drugs

Indications