A 49-year-old woman attends the GP with perimenopausal symptoms. She has a strong family history of cardiovascular disease and asks whether HRT will p...

Question

A 49-year-old woman attends the GP with perimenopausal symptoms. She has a strong family history of cardiovascular disease and asks whether HRT will protect her heart. According to current evidence, which statement is most accurate?

Accepted Answer

HRT started within 10 years of menopause may have cardiovascular benefits but should not be prescribed solely for this purpose

Answer

HRT should be prescribed primarily for cardiovascular protection in all perimenopausal women

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HRT always increases cardiovascular risk regardless of age at initiation

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Only transdermal oestrogen provides cardiovascular protection

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Combined HRT reduces cardiovascular risk more than oestrogen-only

uk-drcog MCQ (SBA): HRT and Cardiovascular Risk

A 49-year-old woman attends the GP with perimenopausal symptoms. She has a strong family history of cardiovascular disease and asks whether HRT will protect her heart. According to current evidence, which statement is most accurate?