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The panorama of familial hypercholesterolemia in Latin America: a systematic review.

Journal of lipid research - 1 Dec 2016

Mehta Roopa, Zubirán Rafael, Martagón Alexandro J, Vazquez-Cárdenas Alejandra, Segura-Kato Yayoi, Tusié-Luna María Teresa, Aguilar-Salinas Carlos A

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The burden caused by familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) varies among countries and ethnic groups. The prevalence and characteristics of FH in Latin American (LA) countries is largely unknown. We present a systematic review (following the PRISMA statement) of FH in LA countries. The epidemiology, genetics, screening, management, and unique challenges encountered in these countries are discussed. Published reports...

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PMID: 27777316
DOI: 10.1194/jlr.R072231
PMCID: PMC5321217

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