Experiences of Patients Enrolled and Staff Involved in the Prehabilitation of Elective Patients Undergoing Cardiac Surgery Trial: A Nested Qualitative Study

This qualitative study explores the views and experiences of patients and staff involved in prehabilitation of elective patients undergoing cardiac surgery. This was nested within a wider randomized controlled trial comparing elective cardiac surgery patients undergoing a six-week prehabilitation program against those assigned to usual care. This qualitative study highlights some interesting considerations when designing and implementing a prehabilitation program in this group of patients.