Rheumatic heart disease among adults in a mining community of Papua, Indonesia: findings from an occupational cohort
Conclusions
The prevalence of RHD in Papuan mining workers correlates with adult prevalence data in other populations with a high RHD burden, highlighting RHD as a significant health issue into adulthood. The late stage at which most patients presented points to a strong need for earlier intervention. Both primary and secondary preventive measures must be considered critical tools to prevent and reduce RHD burden, particularly among older age groups.
Source: Heart Asia - Category: Cardiology Authors: Rodriguez-Fernandez, R., Amiya, R., Wyber, R., Widdodow, W., Carapetis, J. Tags: Open access Valvular heart disease Source Type: research
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