• Can J Cardiol · Jun 2008

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    Hypertension as a chronic disease: what can be done at a regional level?

    • Richard Lewanczuk.
    • Department of Medicine, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada. rlewancz@ualberta.ca
    • Can J Cardiol. 2008 Jun 1;24(6):483-4.

    AbstractHistorically, management of chronic diseases such as hypertension has tended to be reactive, with patients being passive recipients of care. In recent years, the chronic care model has been developed and implemented in many jurisdictions to ensure optimal, proactive care of people with chronic conditions. The model and its principles address the infrastructure and support that is necessary to enable this high-quality care. The role of the patient, primary care team, system and community are all addressed in this model. Experience suggests that application of chronic disease management principles to hypertension can result in significant benefits to all concerned.

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