Exploring sex-based differences in patient outcomes: A secondary analysis of Heartwatch, an Irish cardiovascular secondary prevention programme.

ABSTRACT:

Background

In the last two decades, sex-related differences regarding cardiovascular diagnosis, treatment, and risk factors management have been reported. The current study aims to explore differences in cardiovascular outcomes among male and female patients attending the Irish secondary cardiovascular prevention programme - Heartwatch.

Methods

This is a retrospective observational study. Anonymous data was extracted from the Heartwatch database from 2003 to 2017. Cardiovascular risk factors were analysed at sign-up and at four years follow-ups. An 8-point aggregate risk score (CCare Score) was assessed to calculate targeted outcomes. Generalized estimating equations models were applied for data analysis.

Results

In total 8893 patients (77 % male) were included. Femal

SUBMITTER: Keenan I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11910684 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature