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[High-density lipoproteins in children with coronary diseases]

I Oberhänsli, D Pometta, H Micheli

    Helvetica Paediatrica Acta
    |January 1, 1981
    PubMed

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    Children of coronary heart disease (CHD) patients show lower high-density lipoprotein (HDL)-cholesterol and HDL/LDL-cholesterol ratios. These findings suggest a potential genetic link for low HDL-cholesterol in offspring of CHD patients.

    Area of Science:

    • Cardiovascular Medicine
    • Genetics
    • Pediatric Cardiology

    Context:

    • Low high-density lipoprotein (HDL)-cholesterol and high low-density lipoprotein (LDL)-cholesterol are established cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors.
    • HDL/serum cholesterol and HDL/LDL-cholesterol ratios are increasingly recognized as more accurate indicators of CVD risk.
    • Identifying early risk markers in children of affected individuals is crucial for preventative strategies.

    Purpose:

    • To compare lipid profiles, specifically HDL-cholesterol and LDL-cholesterol ratios, between children of coronary heart disease (CHD) patients and healthy controls.
    • To investigate potential genetic determination of lipid abnormalities in offspring of CHD patients.

    Summary:

    • A comparative study analyzed lipoprotein-cholesterol and triglyceride levels, along with HDL/serum cholesterol and HDL/LDL-cholesterol ratios in children with and without a family history of CHD.
    • Sons of CHD patients exhibited significantly lower HDL-cholesterol and HDL/LDL-cholesterol ratios compared to controls.
    • Daughters also showed decreased HDL-cholesterol and HDL/LDL ratios, with statistical significance noted in HDL levels for the 12-16 year age group.

    Impact:

    • The study suggests that reduced HDL-cholesterol levels in children of CHD patients may be genetically influenced, even under similar environmental conditions.
    • These findings highlight the importance of early lipid screening in pediatric populations with a family history of heart disease.
    • Understanding the genetic basis of dyslipidemia can inform future personalized risk assessment and early intervention strategies for cardiovascular health.

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