Analyzing recent coronary heart disease mortality trends in Tunisia between 1997 and 2009.

ABSTRACT:

Background

In Tunisia, Cardiovascular Diseases are the leading causes of death (30%), 70% of those are coronary heart disease (CHD) deaths and population studies have demonstrated that major risk factor levels are increasing.

Objective

To explain recent CHD trends in Tunisia between 1997 and 2009.

Methods

Data sources

Published and unpublished data were identified by extensive searches, complemented with specifically designed surveys.

Analysis

Data were integrated and analyzed using the previously validated IMPACT CHD policy model. Data items included: (i)number of CHD patients in specific groups (including acute coronary syndromes, congestive heart failure and chronic angina)(ii) uptake of specific medical and surgical treatments, and(iii) population t

SUBMITTER: Saidi O 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3643918 | biostudies-literature | 2013

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature