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Hepatic lipase: a marker for cardiovascular disease risk and response to therapy.
Current opinion in lipidology - 1 Apr 2003
Zambon Alberto, Deeb Samir S, Pauletto Paolo, Crepaldi Gaetano, Brunzell John D
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Hepatic lipase plays a key role in the metabolism of pro-atherogenic and anti-atherogenic lipoproteins affecting their plasma level as well as their physico-chemical properties. However, controversial evidence exists concerning whether hepatic lipase is pro or anti-atherogenic. The goal of this review is to summarize recent evidence that connects the enzyme to cardiovascular disease. The...
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