A "natural experiment" in cardiovascular epidemiology in the early 21st century.
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Abstract
Despite similar traditional risk factors, morbidity and mortality rates from coronary heart disease in western and non-western cohorts remain substantially different. Careful study of such cohorts may help identify novel risk factors for CHD, and contribute to the formulation of new preventive strategies
Medical subject headings
- Coronary Disease
- Developed Countries
- Developing Countries