The self-perceived role of general practitioners in care of patients with cardiovascular diseases. A survey in Central and Eastern European countries following health care reforms.

摘要: Abstract Background The aims of this study were: (1) to explore differences in primary care physicians' self-perception provided for patients with cardiovascular diseases Central and Eastern European countries; (2) analyse the relationship between characteristics self-perceived care. Methods A cross-sectional survey 3000 physicians randomly chosen from relevant registers nine countries was performed. Data were collected via anonymous questionnaire dedicated diseases. Results Direct access basic additional tests essential disease management declared be high. Considerable found examinations requiring ultrasound techniques (p Conclusions Primary Europe accept their responsibility declare good examinations. Differences treatment diabetes mellitus dyslipidemia cannot explained by explanation probably lies other factors such as organisational or financial ones.