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ea0022p138 | Cardiovascular endocrinology and lipid metabolism | ECE2010

Calculation of cardiovascular risk in firefighters

Gallardo Oliva Mera , Sainz Vera Beatriz , Alonso Blasi Nuria , Garcia Dominguez Gloria Jesus , del Mar Cortes Pena Maria , Camerino Antonio Ares

Background: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the major cause of premature mortality throughout the western world and a major cause of disability. Most cases of CVD are related to lifestyle behaviors, biochemical and physiological factors modifiable. The modification of cardiovascular risk has shown its ability to reduce mortality and morbidity from CVD, particularly in high-risk subjects.Objective: Measuring cardiovascular risk at 5 and 10 years in a work...