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Primary Prevention of CVD with Aspirin: Benefits vs Risks
J Fam Pract. 2021 Jul;70(6S):S41-S46. doi: 10.12788/jfp.0222.ABSTRACTLow-dose aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid [ASA]; 75 to 100 mg/d) is widely used in the prevention of cardiovascular (CV) events based on the results of large-scale studies supporting a benefit. However, questions remain regarding the benefit-risk relationship in certain settings since long-term use of ASA is not devoid of risk. Incontrovertible evidence supports the benefits of ASA treatment, which exceed the risks, in patients who have had a previous CV event (myocardial infarction, stroke, unstable angina, or transient ischemic attack). Nonetheless, the qu...
Source: The Journal of Family Practice - August 25, 2021 Category: Practice Management Authors: Steven M Weisman Stephen Brunton Source Type: research

Long term clinical outcomes of patients with ischemic stroke in primary care – a 9-year retrospective study
We aim to document the long-term outcomes of ischemic stroke patients and explore the potential risk factors for recurrent cardiovascular events and all-cause mortality in primary care.
Source: BMC Family Practice - August 7, 2021 Category: Primary Care Authors: Jinghao Han, Yue Kwan Choi, Wing Kit Leung, Ming Tung Hui and Maria Kwan Wa Leung Tags: Research article Source Type: research

Evidence for depression and anxiety as risk factors for heart disease and stroke: implications for primary care
Source: Family Practice - June 10, 2021 Category: Primary Care Source Type: research

Role of caregiver factors in outpatient medical follow-up post-stroke: observational study in Singapore
Outpatient medical follow-up post-stroke is not only crucial for secondary prevention but is also associated with a reduced risk of rehospitalization. However, being voluntary and non-urgent, it is potentially...
Source: BMC Family Practice - April 14, 2021 Category: Primary Care Authors: Shilpa Tyagi, Gerald Choon-Huat Koh, Nan Luo, Kelvin Bryan Tan, Helen Hoenig, David B. Matchar, Joanne Yoong, Angelique Chan, Kim En Lee, N. Venketasubramanian, Edward Menon, Kin Ming Chan, Deidre Anne De Silva, Philip Yap, Boon Yeow Tan, Effie Chew & hel Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

A retrospective cohort study examining secondary prevention post stroke in primary care in an Asian setting
Stroke is one of the top contributors to burden of disability-adjusted life-years worldwide. Family physicians have key role in optimising secondary prevention following stroke by managing clinical risk factor...
Source: BMC Family Practice - March 25, 2021 Category: Primary Care Authors: Vivek Bansal, Eng Sing Lee and Helen Smith Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

Validity and reliability of the Mandarin version of the Treatment Burden Questionnaire among stroke patients in Mainland China
ConclusionsThe Mandarin TBQ had acceptable validity and reliability. The use of TBQ in the assessment of treatment burden of stroke survivor may benefit health resources allocation and provide tailor therapeutic interventions to construct minimally disruptive care.
Source: Family Practice - February 22, 2021 Category: Primary Care Source Type: research

What imaging can disclose about suspected stroke and its Tx.
Abstract Selecting useful modalities is key in early and later management of an acute ischemic event. This review-augmented by an at-a-glance table-can inform your care. PMID: 33176339 [PubMed - in process]
Source: The Journal of Family Practice - November 1, 2020 Category: Practice Management Authors: Ford B, Hedge V, Dore M Tags: J Fam Pract Source Type: research

Association of obesity and diabetes with physical activity and fruit and vegetable consumption in stroke survivors
ConclusionsResults indicated a joint effect of obesity and diabetes with low PA among stroke survivors. Regardless of obesity –diabetes status, however, prevalence of low FV consumption and low PA exceeded 50%. Targeted interventions that modify these unhealthy behaviours among stroke survivors should be explored.
Source: Family Practice - September 24, 2020 Category: Primary Care Source Type: research

Blood pressure control in patients with a previous stroke/transient ischaemic attack in primary care in Ireland: a cross sectional study
Uncontrolled blood pressure (BP) is an important modifiable risk factor for recurrent stroke. Secondary prevention measures when implemented can reduce stroke re-occurrence by 80%. However, hypertension contro...
Source: BMC Family Practice - July 10, 2020 Category: Primary Care Authors: R óisín Doogue, David McCann, Noirin Fitzgerald, Andrew W. Murphy, Liam G. Glynn and Peter Hayes Tags: Research article Source Type: research

Dual antiplatelet Tx for stroke prevention: Worth the risk?
Abstract Here's what the evidence tells us about the use of 2 regimens-clopidogrel + aspirin and ER dipyridamole + aspirin-to prevent secondary ischemic stroke. PMID: 32724907 [PubMed - in process]
Source: The Journal of Family Practice - June 30, 2020 Category: Practice Management Authors: Helmer RS, Helmer AM, Smithgall S Tags: J Fam Pract Source Type: research

Supporting anticoagulant treatment decision making to optimise stroke prevention in complex patients with atrial fibrillation: a cluster randomised trial
Anticoagulation for preventing stroke in atrial fibrillation is under-utilised despite evidence supporting its use, resulting in avoidable death and disability. We aimed to evaluate an intervention to improve ...
Source: BMC Family Practice - June 8, 2020 Category: Primary Care Authors: Melina Gattellari, Andrew Hayen, Dominic Y. C. Leung, Nicholas A. Zwar and John M. Worthington Tags: Research article Source Type: research