The scientific basis for secondary prevention of coronary artery disease: recent contributions from the Netherlands.

H. T. Jørstad, M. Snaterse, N. Ter Hoeve, M. Sunamura, R. Brouwers, H. Kemps, W. J. M. Scholte op Reimer, R. J. G. Peters

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Abstract

While the beneficial effects of secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease are undisputed, implementation remains challenging. A gap between guideline-mandated risk factor targets and clinical reality was documented as early as the 1990s. To address this issue, research groups in the Netherlands have performed several major projects. These projects address innovative, multidisciplinary strategies to improve medication adherence and to stimulate healthy lifestyles, both in the setting of cardiac rehabilitation and at dedicated outpatient clinics. The findings of these projects have led to changes in prevention and rehabilitation guidelines.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)136-140
Number of pages5
JournalNetherlands heart journal
Volume28
Issue numberSuppl 1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Aug 2020

Keywords

  • Coronary artery disease
  • Lifestyle
  • Randomised controlled trials
  • Risk factors
  • Secondary prevention

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