MIMS Education

Statin therapy and its role in managing ASCVD risk

Statin therapy and its role in managing ASCVD risk

Cardiology
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Overview

Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) has a major impact on public health, contributing to a significant number of deaths each year. This module focuses on the use of statin therapy and its role in reducing ASCVD risk and disease. Upon completion, participants in this module will gain insights into the following topics:

             Global and local burden of ASCVD

             Treatment guidelines and recommendations

             Efficacy and safety of statin therapy

             Clinical evidence of rosuvastatin (a high-intensity statin)


CPD Reviewer: 

Dr Foo Yoke Loong

Consultant Cardiologist and Physician

Sunway Medical Centre Velocity

Supported by AstraZeneca


Who should participate:

• Doctors


NOTE :

Please watch the video before attempting the assessment questions.


Terms & Conditions:

Participants must obtain a minimum score of 8/10 (80%) to be awarded 1 point.

MIMS Education and MIMS Medica shall not be responsible or liable for the outcome of your CPD points


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