Description
Chapter 6 of the CVD Masterclass covers the 4 entities of cardiovascular disease (CVD), providing details on risk assessment of CVD, the WHO/ISH risk prediction charts for Africa and how to use it determine CVD risk. It also elucidates on the Framingham Risk Score (FRS) calculation, risk stratification, treatment targets. Additionally, this chapter provides recommendations on primary and secondary prevention of CVD, CHD (Heart Attacks) and CeVD (Strokes).