Table 2 Knowledge of modifiable risk factors for CVD in patients admitted with acute myocardial infarction in Karachi, Pakistan (n = 720)
Characteristics | n (%) |
|---|---|
Knowledge of modifiable risk factors | Â |
   Don't know any risk factor | 27 (3.8) |
   Only one risk factor | 89 (12.4) |
   A total of two risk factors | 302 (41.9) |
   Good level of knowledge* | 302 (41.9) |
Knowledge of symptoms of heart attack | Â |
   Don't Know | 586 (81.4) |
   List 1 symptom | 93 (12.9) |
   List at least 2 symptoms | 41 (5.7) |