Atencion primaria
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Obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2D) significantly increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases such as coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, heart failure, and sudden cardiac death. This risk is proportional to body mass index (BMI), is exacerbated by comorbidities such as hypertension and dyslipidemia, and includes emerging risk factors like insulin resistance, low-grade chronic inflammation, and thrombosis tendency. ⋯ Bariatric surgery has been shown to be effective in reducing these risks. The prevention and treatment of cardiovascular diseases in obesity and T2D include lifestyle changes, specific pharmacological treatment and management of comorbidities, and attention to cardiovascular risk factors.
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To analyze the prescription of drugs to aid smoking cessation and to detect whether there are differences by age or sex. ⋯ The drug intervention had a low reach and poor compliance with the recommended treatment. It is essential to emphasize patient follow-up and drug adherence.