Abstract
Despite guidelines advocating routine engagement with proven secondary prevention strategies, current uptake and access remain suboptimal. Australian registries of acute coronary syndrome have predominantly focused on inpatient care and have highlighted under-referral to cardiac rehabilitation, gaps in medication prescription and limited commencement of lifestyle change before discharge from hospital. Opportunities to improve equity, access and uptake of secondary prevention include better transition between acute and primary care, systematic delivery of prevention in primary care, workforce strengthening and embracing new technologies. Adopting a structured framework for delivery of secondary prevention in primary care will enhance continuity of care and improve coordination of services after acute coronary syndrome.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | S97-99 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | The Medical journal of Australia |
Volume | 201 |
Issue number | 10 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 17 Nov 2014 |
Externally published | Yes |