Rehabilitation of the patient with coronary heart disease

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What are the benefits of exercise training for patients after myocardial infarction? Which patients are eligible for exercise rehabilitation? What is the role of exercise testing in identifying high-risk patients and determining appropriate comprehensive care? In addition to coronary risk reduction, what other types of services may aid in the recovery of these patients? In this article, Dr Wenger presents the highlights of her keynote address to the recent Fourth World Congress on Cardiac Rehabilitation.