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Risk Factor Control in a Portuguese Vascular Risk Clinic: A 16-Month Retrospective Cohort Study.

Cristiano Gante¹, Stanislav Tsisar¹, Ana Catarina Reis¹

¹Internal Medicine, Centro Hospitalar Universitário de Lisboa Central, Lisbon, PRT.

|March 4, 2026

Summary

Patients in a specialized vascular risk clinic face high cardiovascular risks but show improved blood pressure and glycemic control, highlighting the effectiveness of structured preventive care.

Keywords:

diabetes mellitus dyslipidemia high blood pressure outpatient clinic vascular risk factors

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Hydra, a Computer-Based Platform for Aiding Clinicians in Cardiovascular Analysis and Diagnosis

Hydra, a Computer-Based Platform for Aiding Clinicians in Cardiovascular Analysis and Diagnosis

Published on: September 26, 2018

Area of Science:

Cardiology
Vascular Medicine
Public Health

Background:

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are a leading cause of death globally and in Portugal, necessitating effective prevention strategies.
Stroke is a major cause of mortality in Portugal, underscoring the need for enhanced primary and secondary prevention efforts.

Purpose of the Study:

To analyze the characteristics and outcomes of patients managed at a specialized vascular risk clinic.
To compare current treatment patterns and risk factor control with data from a decade prior.

Main Methods:

Retrospective cohort study of 229 patients (January 2022 - April 2023) at a vascular risk clinic.
Review of electronic medical records for demographic data, risk factors, and therapeutic management.
Assessment of cardiovascular risk using SCORE2/SCORE2-OP models and comparison of antihypertensive/glycemic control with 2011-2012 data.

Main Results:

The cohort (mean age 70.5 years, 57% male) predominantly comprised secondary prevention patients (76%) at high/very high cardiovascular risk (96%).
High prevalence of dyslipidemia (94%), hypertension (93%), and diabetes mellitus (63%); 76% achieved blood pressure targets.
Improved glycemic control (mean HbA1c 6.6%) and updated prescribing patterns, including newer antidiabetic and antihypertensive agents, were observed compared to 2011-2012.

Conclusions:

Patients in specialized vascular risk clinics exhibit a significant burden of modifiable cardiovascular risk factors.
Structured, specialized follow-up contributes to achieving recommended blood pressure and glycemic control targets.
Comprehensive and regularly reassessed preventive strategies are crucial for managing cardiovascular risk in aging populations.