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LDL as a therapeutic target

Ángel Díaz Rodríguez1, Teresa Mantilla Morató2

  • 1Médico de Familia, Centro Salud de Bembibre, profesor Universidad de León, Ponferrada, León, España.

Clinica E Investigacion En Arteriosclerosis : Publicacion Oficial De La Sociedad Espanola De Arteriosclerosis
|March 27, 2022
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Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) is rising, with dyslipidemia as a key risk factor. New treatments like PCSK9 inhibitors offer advanced LDL lowering, complementing statins for ASCVD prevention.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Metabolic Disorders
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) incidence is increasing globally, particularly in developed nations.
  • Dyslipidemia, characterized by abnormal blood lipid levels, is a primary risk factor for ASCVD.
  • Lowering low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol is a critical objective in managing dyslipidemia and preventing ASCVD.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current landscape of dyslipidemia management for ASCVD risk reduction.
  • To highlight the role of statins and emerging therapies like PCSK9 inhibitors.
  • To emphasize the importance of personalized treatment goals based on clinical guidelines.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current medical literature and clinical guidelines on dyslipidemia management.
  • Analysis of the efficacy and cost-effectiveness of lipid-lowering therapies.
  • Discussion of the 2019 European Society of Cardiology/European Atherosclerosis Society guidelines.

Main Results:

  • Statins remain a cost-effective option for primary and secondary ASCVD prevention.
  • PCSK9 inhibitors represent a significant advancement, offering potent LDL reduction.
  • Personalized treatment strategies are essential for optimal patient outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • Effective management of dyslipidemia is crucial for combating the rising ASCVD epidemic.
  • A combination of established and novel therapies, guided by evidence-based recommendations, can optimize cardiovascular risk reduction.
  • Adherence to updated clinical guidelines facilitates informed decision-making for improved patient care.

Keywords:
Disease cardiovascular diseaseEnfermedad cardiovascularEstatinasInhibidores PSCK9LDL cholesterolLDL colesterolObjetivos tratamientoPSCK9 inhibitorsStatinsTreatment targets

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