2nd June 2026

Mr Edward King, a 68-year-old male with a history of smoking, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia, was recently diagnosed with NSTEMI and underwent successful percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI).

Mr Edward King, a 68-year-old male with a history of smoking, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia, was recently diagnosed with NSTEMI and underwent successful percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). His troponin levels have normalised, and he is clinically stable. On discharge, he is prescribed dual antiplatelet therapy, a statin, and a beta-blocker. Given his risk factors, which of the following factors will have the greatest impact on his long-term prognosis?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.