The Concept of the Polypill in the Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease
Background: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a global epidemic and the largest cause of noncommunicable disease–related death worldwide. The concept of a combination pill, or “polypill,” composed of aspirin, antihypertensives, and a statin has been suggested to simplify and improve the prevention and...
Main Authors: | Brandon Wiley, Valentin Fuster |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Levy Library Press
2014-04-01
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Series: | Annals of Global Health |
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Online Access: | https://annalsofglobalhealth.org/articles/54 |
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