MY APPROACH to patients intolerant to statins*

The appropriate use of statins to reduce atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease has become a contentious topic lately, and perceived intolerance to statins is a common clinical problem. It is my impression that the term statin intolerance is used loosely in clinical practice. My first step is to carefully assess the history that led to this label.

Source: Trends in Cardiovascular Medicine - January 6, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Seth S. Martin Tags: MY APPROACH Source Type: research