Primary disability due to cardiovascular disease in Russia: 10-year data (1996-2005)

Abstract

The author calculated age-specific primary disability rates due to cardiovascular disease (including coronary heart disease and cerebrovascular pathology) for the period of 1996-2005. In 2004-2005, disability increased significantly, especially in retired population, that has an important practical value. Form Seven of Medico-Social Expertise Bureau was used as primary information source.