Elevated lipoprotein(a) and familial hypercholesterolemia in the coronary care unit: Between Scylla and Charybdis

ConclusionsElevated Lp(a) and phenotypic FH were commonly encountered and more frequent with premature CAD. The combination of both disorders is especially associated with increased CAD risk. Patients admitted to the CCU with ACS or previously documented CAD should be routinely screened for elevated Lp(a) and FH.

Source: Clinical Cardiology - February 26, 2018 Category: Cardiology Authors: Katrina L. Ellis, Jing Pang, David Chieng, Damon A. Bell, John R. Burnett, Carl J. Schultz, Graham S. Hillis, Gerald F. Watts Tags: CLINICAL INVESTIGATIONS Source Type: research