P6258 Burden of hypertension and associated risks for cardiovascular mortality in Cuba: prospective cohort study of 150,000 men and women

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a leading cause of premature death in Cuba. Although raised blood pressure (BP) is an established risk factor for CVD, there is limited evidence on the prevalence and management of hypertension in Cuba.

Bibliografische gegevens
Hoofdauteurs: Lacey, B, Dobell, E, Armas, N, Burrett, J, Peto, R, Duenas, A, Lewington, S
Formaat: Conference item
Gepubliceerd in: Oxford University Press 2017
Omschrijving
Samenvatting:Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a leading cause of premature death in Cuba. Although raised blood pressure (BP) is an established risk factor for CVD, there is limited evidence on the prevalence and management of hypertension in Cuba.