Familial lipoprotein disorders in patients with premature coronary artery disease.

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Authors

Jacques Genest · Tufts University

Sarah Martin-Munley · Tufts University

Judith McNamara · Tufts University

José M. Ordovás · Tufts University

J L Jenner · Tufts University

Richard H. Myers · Tufts University

Steven R. Silberman ·

Abstract

Our data indicate that more than half of patients with premature CAD have a familial lipoprotein disorder, with Lp(a) excess, hypertriglyceridemia with hypoalphalipoproteinemia, and combined hyperlipidemia with hypoalphalipoproteinemia being the most common abnormalities.

Topics & Keywords

Lipoproteins and Cardiovascular Health Diabetes, Cardiovascular Risks, and Lipoproteins Cancer, Lipids, and Metabolism

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Circulation

Volume 85, Issue 6, pp. 2025-2033

DOI: 10.1161/01.cir.85.6.2025

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