Publications by authors named "Pieter Vervaet"
Aims: The aim of this study was to provide an up-to-date overview of gender differences or similarities in risk factor control and medical management in the Belgian CHD population.
Methods: All analyses are based on the ESC EORP EUROASPIRE IV and EUROASPIRE V (European Survey Of Cardiovascular Disease Prevention And Diabetes) surveys. Patients between 18 and 80 years old, hospitalised for a first or recurrent coronary event, were included in the survey.
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to evaluate lifestyle behaviors and risk factor management among Belgian coronary patients involved in the EUROASPIRE surveys.
- Data was collected from 671 patients hospitalized for a coronary event across four hospitals in Ghent, comparing results from surveys conducted in 2006-2007 and 2012-2013.
- While Belgian patients showed some improvement compared to Europe-wide findings, issues like obesity, physical inactivity, and mental health symptoms still need significant attention in coronary care.