01267nas a2200145   4500000000100000008004100001100001400042700001400056245012000070250001500190300001000205490000800215520084700223020005101070       2014                            d1 aBriffa T.1 aRedfern J00aThe transition from hospital to primary care for patients with acute coronary syndrome: insights from registry data  a2014/11/13  aS97-90 v2013 a<p>
Despite guidelines advocating routine engagement with proven secondary prevention strategies, current uptake and access remain suboptimal. Australian registries of acute coronary syndrome have predominantly focused on inpatient care and have highlighted under-referral to cardiac rehabilitation, gaps in medication prescription and limited commencement of lifestyle change before discharge from hospital. Opportunities to improve equity, access and uptake of secondary prevention include better transition between acute and primary care, systematic delivery of prevention in primary care, workforce strengthening and embracing new technologies. Adopting a structured framework for delivery of secondary prevention in primary care will enhance continuity of care and improve coordination of services after acute coronary syndrome.
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