Elevated remnant cholesterol and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease in diabetes: a population-based prospective cohort study
Conclusions/interpretationElevated remnant cholesterol was associated with increased risk of ASCVD in individuals with diabetes. Remnant cholesterol and low-grade inflammation explained substantial excess risk of ASCVD conferred by diabetes. Whether remnant cholesterol should be used as a treatment target remains to be determined in randomised controlled trials.Graphical Abstract
Source: Diabetologia - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research
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