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Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a significant and ever-growing problem in the UK, accounting for nearly one-third of all deaths and leading to significant morbidity. Globally CVD accounts for 31% of mortality, mainly from heart disease and cerebrovascular accident.

The burden of CVD can be ameliorated by careful risk modification and primary prevention is an important priority for all developers of health policy. Strong consensus exists between international guidelines regarding the necessity of smoking cessation, weight optimisation and exercise, although guidelines have slightly different approaches to hypertension and vary considerably regarding their approach to optimal lipid profile, which remains a contentious issue.

Articles

Cardioprotected Percutaneous Coronary Intervention - A Case Study in a Stable Angina Patient

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Interventional Cardiology 2011;6(2):186-9

Platinum Chromium Stent Series – The TAXUS™ Element™ (ION™), PROMUS Element™ and OMEGA™ Stents

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Interventional Cardiology 2011;6(2):134–41

Drug-eluting Balloons in Coronary Artery Disease - Current and Future Perspectives

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Interventional Cardiology 2011;6(2):157–60

Managing Cardiovascular Risk in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes - Challenges and Opportunities

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European Cardiology 2010;6(4):31–5