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Risk factors for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease in individuals with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Atherosclerosis - 1 Apr 2026
Mansilla-Rodríguez María Elena, Sánchez-Ramos José Luis, Sánchez-Junco Alina Rigabert, Pang Jing, Chan Dick C, Gutiérrez-Cortizo Eva Nadiejda, Mata Pedro, Watts Gerald F, Romero-Jiménez Manuel Jesús
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND AND AIMS: Familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) is a highly prevalent monogenic disorder characterized by elevated low-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (LDL-C) levels and premature atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD). The risk factors associated with cardiovascular events in this population vary considerably among studies. This systematic review aims to identify the key risk factors predicting...
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