Clinical trials

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn whether a breathing-based relaxation technique called heart rate variability biofeedback (HRVB) can help reduce anxiety in adult patients who are in the intensive care unit (ICU) and waiting for a heart transplant. The main questions it aims to answer are: Can HRVB reduce anxiety in patients awaiting heart transplantation in the ICU? Does HRVB help patients feel more in control of their emotions during this stressful time? Participants will: Complete a brief anxiety assessment before and after the intervention Participate in a guided HRVB session using a breathing device or app Learn how to use the technique on their own for future stress management

The purpose of this study is to compare change in pelvic floor symptoms between patients receiving medical therapy for weight loss and surgical treatment for weight loss. Examples of pelvic floor symptoms include urinary incontinence, urinary urgency, urinary frequency, fecal incontinence, and vaginal prolapse. Participants in this study do not need to have any pelvic floor symptoms to enroll in the study. Understanding how different types of weight loss treatment impact pelvic floor symptoms will help clinicians guide which weight loss treatments are recommended for patients with pelvic floor symptoms in the future.