Cardiovascular Disease Flashcards
1
Q
what are some medical comorbities for CVD
A
(diseases which increase risk of atheroscleorisis)
diabetes
HTN
CKD
Inflammatory conditions
Atypical Anti-psychotics
2
Q
how can CVD present
A
Chest pain
intermittent claudication
TIA/ stroke
mesenteric ischaemia
3
Q
what is Q-risk score
A
calculates risk of stroke/MI in the next ten years
part of primary prevention
>10% = 20mg atorvastatin
>20% = 80mg atorvastatin
4
Q
which group of patients would be given a statin even if not indicated by QRISK
A
all patients with CKD or T2DM for more than 10 years
5
Q
what are some side effects of statins
A
myopathy
T2DM or worse glucose control
rarely can lead to haemorrhagic strokes
