
Role of Genetic Testing in Management of Dyslipidemia
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This review describes the potential benefits of combination treatment and presents data supporting the use of single-pill combination (SPC) for increasing exposure to lipid-lowering treatment (LLT).
Highlights on the most recent real-world data on the use of PCSK9 inhibitors, including those from the Swedeheart and AIFA registries.
The synopsis of a Cochrane Systematic review on PCSK9 monoclonal antibodies for the primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease.
Why low-density lipoprotein-cholesterol, the only causal risk factor for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, is still overlooked and underestimated.
According to the World Health Organization, an estimated 17.9 million people died from CVDs in 2019, representing 32% of all global deaths1. Of these deaths, 85% were due to myocardial infarction or stroke1. A CV event is a highly traumatic experience for patients and their families2. It takes a heavy emotional toll, brings widespread disability and significantly impedes quality of life3,4.
Proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 9 inhibitors for heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia: A clinical practice experience from the Safeheart registry