
Lipoprotein(a): What Clinicians Should Know
JAMA Clinical Reviews
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Understanding Lipoprotein(a) as an Independent Cardiovascular Risk Factor
This chapter explores the distinct role of lipoprotein(a) as a cardiovascular risk factor, distinguishing it from traditional metrics like LDL cholesterol. It highlights its genetic underpinnings and its potential to compound risk in individuals with familial hypercholesterolemia.
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