Doporučení pro prevenci aterosklerÓzy v dětství

Cardiovascular diseases caused by atherosclerosis are still the main cause of mortality and morbidity in the Czech Republic and other advanced countries of the world. Large long-term studies convincingly show that atherosclerotic changes begin in the childhood and correlation of these changes with the same risk factors as in adults individuals is possible. The recommendation issued by the American Heart Association was adjusted in view of new knowledge for adults and children in the year 2002. This article specified the strategy for practical use of the guidelines in pediatric practice.