Abstract
This study examined the effect of a community-based intervention on the natural rise with age of the Framingham 10-year risk score. Patients in the 45–64-year-old age group from 10 general practices were sent an invite card including five self-screening questions. Those with any of the prescribed risk factors were invited to arrange an appointment to assess their risk of heart disease, where a Framingham risk score was calculated and advice given, and then invited for re-assessment around 18 months later.
Original language | Undefined/Unknown |
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Pages (from-to) | 180-184 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | The British Journal of Cardiology |
Volume | 18 |
Issue number | 4 |
Publication status | Published - 31 Aug 2011 |