The impact of the new Dutch guideline on cardiovascular risk management in patients with COPD: a retrospective study

Background: Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) have an independent increased risk of cardiovascular (CV) disease. Cardiovascular risk (CVR) assessment should be offered to all patients with COPD, according to the new Dutch CVR management (CVRM) guideline (May 2019). Aim: To evaluate the impact of the new CVRM guideline on the care of patients with COPD in primary care. Design & setting: A retrospective study took place within five primary healthcare centres located in The Netherlands. Method: In accordance with the guideline, the CVR of all patients with COPD was es... Mehr ...