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Current Pediatric Reviews
|January 16, 2018
Summary
Atherosclerosis, a disease typically seen in adults, begins in adolescence. Early intervention through lifestyle changes and medication can mitigate risks associated with high cholesterol in children.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Medicine
- Pediatric Cardiology
- Public Health
Background:
- Atherosclerotic disease, a major cause of adult mortality, originates in early adolescence.
- Cardiovascular disease risk factors are increasingly prevalent in pediatric populations.
- Children with chronic conditions and certain treatments face elevated atherosclerosis risk.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the early onset of atherosclerosis in adolescents.
- To emphasize the need for early intervention strategies for cardiovascular risk in children.
- To address the growing concern of pediatric dyslipidemia.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on pediatric atherosclerosis.
- Analysis of risk factors in children, including obesity and diabetes.
- Examination of atherosclerosis risk in children with chronic diseases like HIV, Kawasaki disease, and post-cardiac transplant.
Main Results:
- Pathologic vascular changes of atherosclerosis commence in adolescence.
- Increased prevalence of obesity and diabetes mellitus contributes to elevated cholesterol in children.
- Specific pediatric conditions and treatments augment atherosclerosis risk.
Conclusions:
- Familial Hypercholesterolemia (FH) is a key cholesterol metabolism disorder to consider in pediatric practice.
- Early detection and management of atherosclerosis risk factors in children are crucial.
- Integrated care approaches are needed for children at risk of cardiovascular disease.
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