Unexpected gaps in knowledge of familial hypercholesterolaemia among Dutch general practitioners

CONCLUSION: Despite the Netherlands' relatively high FH detection rate, substantial knowledge gaps regarding FH persist among Dutch GPs, mirroring global trends. Enhanced FH education and awareness in primary care are imperative to improve FH detection and ensure adequate treatment. Targeting the global suboptimal understanding of FH might require international efforts.PMID:38573436 | DOI:10.1007/s12471-024-01862-y

Source: Netherlands Heart Journal - April 4, 2024 Category: Cardiology Authors: Shirin Ibrahim Jim N de Goeij Nick S Nurmohamed Jing Pang Sibbeliene E van den Bosch Fabrice M A C Martens Jeanine E Roeters van Lennep Willemijn Corpeleijn Talip Tumkaya G Kees Hovingh Gerald F Watts Erik S G Stroes Laurens F Reeskamp Source Type: research