Tag: statin therapy

Contemporary Lipid Management in Family Practice: Risk Stratification, Coronary Artery Calcium, and Shared Decision-Making for Statin Therapy

by Similoluwa Oluwalana - 013

Contemporary Lipid Management in Family Practice: Risk Stratification, Coronary Artery Calcium, and Shared Decision-Making for Statin Therapy Review Abstract Purpose: This paper examines current approaches to lipid management in family practice, focusing on risk stratification methods, the role of coronary artery calcium scoring, and implementation of

Cholesterol Guidelines 2025: Should Age 40 Be the New Threshold for Statin Therapy?

by Similoluwa Oluwalana - 01572

Cholesterol Guidelines 2025: Should Age 40 Be the New Threshold for Statin Therapy?   Introduction Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause of death for most racial and ethnic groups, with cholesterol guidelines playing a crucial role in prevention strategies. Dyslipidemia stands

Contemporary Lipid Management in Family Practice: Risk Stratification, Coronary Artery Calcium, and Shared Decision-Making for Statin Therapy