Hypertension
Detection and management of hypertension in South Africa is inadequate.4 Rapid urbanization, change in diet and obesity are causing a rise in prevalence.4 Genetic factors may also be playing a contributory role.4
Dyslipidemia
Dyslipidemia is an important cardiovascular risk factor in all South African population groups.5 Between 1990 and 2020 ischaemic heart disease shifted from #5 to #1 for cause of disease burden worldwide.6
Thrombosis
Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is among the three main causes of cardiovascular disease worldwide. At least one quarter of patients at risk of VTE in Africa are not receiving prophylaxis.7
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7. Danwang C, Temgoua MN, Agbor VN, et al. Epidemiology of Venous Thromboembolism in Africa: A Systematic Review. J Thromb Haemost. 2017;15(9):1770-1781. doi:10.1111/jth.13769