Video-Based AI-Generated Peri-operative Instructions for Mitral Valve Surgery

This study is a prospective, single center, randomized trial comparing an AI-generated peri-operative video education program to standard of care education (1:1 ratio) in patients undergoing MV repair. The trial will be conducted in Southern California. The primary aim of this study is to evaluate the impact of a novel, AI-generated, interactive peri-operative video education program on total unplanned healthcare utilization, defined as a composite of hospital readmissions, ED visits, and unplanned outpatient visits, among patients undergoing mitral valve (MV) repair compared with standard of care education. The secondary aim is to analyze the association between utilization of this educational program with hospital length of stay (LOS) and patient cardiovascular medication compliance compared to standard of care education. The tertiary aim of this trial is to evaluate a range of patient-centered outcomes (levels of anxiety, satisfaction, and discharge location) following receipt of this educational program compared with standard of care.

Inclusion criteria

• Adult patients ≥ 18 years planned for elective, isolated MV repair.
• Provide Informed consent

Exclusion criteria

• Insufficient computer/smart device knowledge. Children or caregivers can assist, but patients should be able to access their own email or text messages and navigate to the internet to use the provided AI generated educational intervention.
• Inconsistent access to a smart device with internet connection throughout the study period.
• Inability to speak, read, and understand English or Spanish
• Need for any concomitant procedure at the time of MV repair