Wiener klinische Wochenschrift
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Wien. Klin. Wochenschr. · Aug 2021
Review Meta AnalysisEffect of music on patients with cardiovascular diseases and during cardiovascular interventions : A systematic review.
The therapeutic effects of music have been known for thousands of years. Recently, studies with music interventions in patients with cardiovascular diseases yielded controversial results. The aim of this review is to provide an overview of the effects of receptive music intervention on the cardiovascular system. ⋯ Currently no definite effect of receptive music intervention on the cardiovascular system can be verified. Further research is needed to assess music as an inexpensive and easy applicable form of therapy.