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Polygenic Background Modifies Risk of Coronary Artery Disease Among Individuals With Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia
27 Oct 2023
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Background: Heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HeFH) is a monogenic disorder characterized by increased circulating low-density lipoprotein cholesterol and accelerated atherosclerosis. Even among this high-risk group, prior studies note considerable variability in risk of coronary artery disease (CAD). Objectives: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the cumulative impact of many common DNA...
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