
A lipid management masterclass with Dr Susan Connolly
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Managing Lipid Levels and Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Discussion on the effectiveness of statins in lipid management, identification of familial hypercholesterolemia through total cholesterol and family history, and criteria for referral to specialist lipid clinics. Comparison of NICE and ESC recommendations for LDL targets, statin intensity, and post-AMI patient management, including the use of PCSK9 inhibitors. Challenges in individual patient lipid management, preference for PCSK9 inhibitors, and variations in prescribing guidelines for lipid management in Europe.
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