High-Intensity Statin Therapy Is “Too Much,” Thus Not Indicated for Very Elderly Patients

Conclusion: The efficacy of statins in LDL reduction was similar between the elderly and very elderly population. However, the benefit of moderate- to high-intensity statins is limited considering potential ADR. Therefore, the stepwise intensification of statin therapy might be necessary for the very elderly in spite of the higher cardiovascular risk.Pulse 2018;6:19 –31
Source: Pulse - Category: Cardiology Source Type: research