Methodological Challenges Encountered in a Study of the Impact of Animal-assisted Intervention in Pediatric Heart Transplant Patients

Walden, Marlene; Lovenstein, Austin; Randag, Amelia; Pye, Sherry; Shannon, Brianna; Pipkin, Esther; Ramick, Amy; Helmick, Keri; Strickland, Margaret

doi:10.1016/j.pedn.2020.04.017

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“…11,37,38 Only 2 studies have addressed AAT among pediatric transplant recipients, and these included only 20 children. 39,40 The studies’ findings are in line with those of previous studies performed in adult transplant recipients 41 and highlight the positive effect on children’s well-being and connection to care. 39-41…”

Section: Impact Of Transplantation On a Child’s Psychosocial Function...supporting

confidence: 86%

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Balancing the Risks and Benefits of Pet Ownership in Pediatric Transplant Recipients

Sánchez

Iglesias²,

Falces‐Romero

et al. 2022

Transplantation

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In recent decades, the number of pediatric transplantations and their survival rates have increased. Psychological problems and poorer quality of life are notable among children undergoing transplantation and can have long-lasting consequences and affect immunosuppressive therapy adherence. Pet ownership and animal contact have been associated with physical, mental, and social health benefits. Despite these potential benefits, however, companion animals are known to be a source of infection, which is one of the main concerns for clinicians. Because of immunosuppression, these children are particularly vulnerable to infections. Zoonoses comprise a long list of infectious diseases and represent a major public health problem. Nevertheless, many families and most healthcare providers are unaware of these potential risks, and there is a worrisome lack of recommendations to manage the risk-benefit balance, which could pose a risk for acquiring a zoonosis. Furthermore, no data are available on the number of transplanted patients with pets, and this risk-benefit balance is difficult to adequately evaluate. In this document, we review the currently available evidence regarding the epidemiology of zoonotic infections in patients undergoing transplantation, focusing on pediatric patients from a risk-benefit perspective, to help inform decision-making for clinicians. Families and healthcare professionals should be aware of the risks, and clinicians should actively screen for pets and offer comprehensive information as part of routine clinical practice. A multidisciplinary approach will ensure proper care of patients and pets and will establish preventive measures to ensure patients are safe living with their pets.

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Section: Impact Of Transplantation On a Child’s Psychosocial Function...supporting

confidence: 86%

“…39,40 The studies’ findings are in line with those of previous studies performed in adult transplant recipients 41 and highlight the positive effect on children’s well-being and connection to care. 39-41…”

Section: Impact Of Transplantation On a Child’s Psychosocial Function...supporting

confidence: 86%

Balancing the Risks and Benefits of Pet Ownership in Pediatric Transplant Recipients

Sánchez

Iglesias²,

Falces‐Romero

et al. 2022

Transplantation

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“…One of the most important problems regarding AAIs is the fear of transmission of zoonotic disease, allergies, and injuries, in particular in immunodeficient or immunocompromised subjects such as pediatric oncological patients or heart transplanted subjects [2,47,100]. Thus, the choice of an appropriate animal and activity program is fundamental [47,101].…”

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“…Generally, small dogs are certainly the most well-established AAI. Thus, a careful evaluation of the dogs employed of different sizes and breeds in an AAI program would be necessary [100].…”

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Human-Animal Interaction in Animal-Assisted Interventions (AAI)s: Zoonosis Risks, Benefits, and Future Directions—A One Health Approach

Liguori

Costagliola

Lombardi

et al. 2023

Animals

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Animal-assisted interventions (AAI)s represent the expression of integrated medicine, according to the One Health approach. Actually, animal-assisted therapies and animal-assisted activities are implemented in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, etc. The efficacy of AAIs is based on interspecific interactions and would be impacted by different factors, such as the characters of both the animal and the handler, a suitable selection of animal species, an appropriate animal educational protocol, the relationship between the handler and the animal, and mutual relationship among the animal, the patients, and members of the working team. AAIs produce many advantages for the patients but could expose them to zoonotic-pathogens transmission. Therefore, positive animal welfare, as preventative medicine to avoid incidents or transmission of zoonosis, is a relevant aspect with implications for human and animal health and wellbeing. This review aims to summarize the current published knowledge regarding the occurrence of pathogens in AAIs and to discuss their relevance in light of health and safety in AAIs participants. In addition, this review will contribute to defining the state of the art of AAIs through a careful benefits/challenges analysis and offers discussion points on the possible future developments according to the One Health approach.

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Animal-assisted therapy for cardiac conditions

Abate¹

2023

Animal Assisted Therapy Use Application by Condition

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Methodological Challenges Encountered in a Study of the Impact of Animal-assisted Intervention in Pediatric Heart Transplant Patients

Cited by 11 publications

References 16 publications

Balancing the Risks and Benefits of Pet Ownership in Pediatric Transplant Recipients

Balancing the Risks and Benefits of Pet Ownership in Pediatric Transplant Recipients

Human-Animal Interaction in Animal-Assisted Interventions (AAI)s: Zoonosis Risks, Benefits, and Future Directions—A One Health Approach

Animal-assisted therapy for cardiac conditions

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