Inference of a causal relation between low-density lipoprotein cholesterol and hypertension using mendelian randomization analysis

Source : https://clinicalhypertension.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s40885-021-00162-6

Background It is known in some studies that higher the LDL-C, the greater the risk of developing cardiovascular disease. However, studies of the causal effects between LDL-C and hypertension are...

The association between Sugars Sweetened Beverages (SSBs) and lipid profile among children and youth: A systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of cross-sectional studies.

Source : https://europepmc.org/article/med/33629539

Background The relationship between sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) intake and serum lipids among children and youth has been reported in several studies, but the results are still controversial. Objective In the...

Lipid profile of childhood cancer survivors and the effects of vitamin D supplementation: a prospective study

Source : https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s43054-021-00051-5

Background Childhood cancer survivors (CCS) have high prevalence of obesity vitamin D (VD) deficiency together with dyslipidemia. We aimed to evaluate lipid profile and the effect of VD supplementation in...

Novel method for quantification of lipoprotein(a)-cholesterol: Implications for improving accuracy of LDL-C measurements

Source : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jlr.2021.100053

Improving Statin Adherence in Patients at Risk for Cardiovascular Disease

Source : https://www.uspharmacist.com/article/improving-statin-adherence-in-patients-at-risk-for-cardiovascular-disease/preview/uspeditorial?utm_source=TrendMD&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=US_Pharmacist_TrendMD_0

US Pharm. 2021;46(2):6-12. ABSTRACT: Lipid-lowering medications have been shown to be efficacious, but adherence can be challenging in patients who are at risk for cardiovascular disease. It is critical for...