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Dysfunctional high-density lipoprotein
1 Apr 2009
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW: To address the progress of the investigation on dysfunctional high-density lipoprotein (HDL). RECENT FINDINGS: HDL is generally considered to be an independent protective factor against cardiovascular disease. However, emerging evidence indicates that HDL can be modified under certain circumstances and lose its protective effect or even become atherogenic. The underlying mechanisms responsible...
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