Prevalence of myocardial infarction and coronary heart disease in adults aged 40–79 years in Germany. Results of the German health interview and examination survey for adults (DEGS1)

Abstract

Background Cardiovascular diseases are still the most common cause of death in Germany. In recent years however, a clear reduction in the mortality rates due to cardiovascular diseases (ICD-10:I00-I99) can be noted. How did the prevalence of myocardial infarction and coronary heart disease change within the last 10 years? Methods In the German Health Interview and Examination Survey …