Living with Elevated Lipoprotein(a) Levels: The Experiences of Patients and Caregivers

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Authors

Elisabeth Steinhagen‐Thiessen · Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin

Magdalena Daccord · Canon Foundation in Europe

Emma C Print · Canon Foundation in Europe

Yujiao Wang · Canon Foundation in Europe

Janine L. Shipton · Swiss School of Public Health

India Rijken · Canon Foundation in Europe

Michael Shipton

Abstract

Elevated Lp(a) was considered an "invisible" disorder with limited understanding among physicians and the general public. This reduces access to tests and shifts physician focus away from prevention towards reactive intervention.

Topics & Keywords

Lipoproteins and Cardiovascular Health Diabetes, Cardiovascular Risks, and Lipoproteins Health Systems, Economic Evaluations, Quality of Life

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Zero hunger

Publication Details

Published in: Patient Preference and Adherence

Volume Volume 19, pp. 395-405

DOI: 10.2147/ppa.s478623

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