CVD Flashcards
How many years does QRISK 2 and 3 predict
10 years
What years does JBS3 calculator predict
Lifetime
How many years does Assign predict
10 years
Overview of CVD
When are these calculators not appropriate
Diabetes type 1
Established CVD
CKD
Family hypercholesterolemia
Risk increases with age
Primary and secondary prevention
Why is it important to correct hypothyroidism first before correcting cholesterol
When thyroid is low, LDL cholesterol builds in the body
What tests are done before statins are initiated
Full lipid profile, liver function (3 +12 months), renal function, HBA1c before and during, thyroid
What are some SE of statins
Myopathy and rhabdomyolysis (test creatinine kinase)
Liver impairment
Liver impairment
When should simvastatin be given
Night
When can atorvastatin and rosuvastatin be given?
Anytime (longer half life)
What statin is given for primary prevention
Atorvastatin 20mg
What statin is given for secondary prevention
Atorvastatin 80mg
Should rostuvastatin be given to Asian patients
No
When does it not matter about serum cholesterol levels
Type 1 diabetes - all patients
Chronic kidney disease
Family history