Vascular risk assessment and management

Area of Science:

• Cardiology
• Public Health
• Clinical Practice Guidelines

Background:

• Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease is a primary global cause of illness and death.
• Effective management strategies are crucial for reducing morbidity and mortality.
• Implementing evidence-based guidelines into clinical practice remains a challenge.

Purpose of the Study:

• To provide a decision-making tool for health professionals in daily practice.
• To facilitate the implementation of clinical guidelines for cardiovascular disease.
• To improve the management of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.

Main Methods:

• Development of an integrated care pathway (ICP) model.
• Incorporation of European Society of Cardiology (ESC)/European Atherosclerosis Society (EAS) Guidelines.
• Utilizing algorithms for multifactorial cardiovascular risk evaluation and stratification.

Main Results:

• The ICP model supports multifactorial global cardiovascular risk assessment.
• It provides revised cardiovascular risk stratification, focusing on high- and very-high-risk patients.
• The model aligns with current ESC/EAS guidelines.

Conclusions:

• Multidimensional and integrated actions are key to minimizing cardiovascular disease impact.
• The ICP aims to enhance the quality and consistency of vascular prevention.
• Implementation leads to more optimal clinical decisions for cardiovascular health.