JAMA Cardiology Author Interviews Effects of Pitavastatin on Coronary Artery Disease and Inflammatory Biomarkers in HIV
Feb 21, 2024
Discussion on the effects of pitavastatin on coronary artery disease and inflammatory biomarkers in individuals with HIV. Insights on risk reductions, plaque characteristics, and inflammatory markers. Exploration of statin therapy on plaque composition and perivascular inflammation in coronary artery disease. Considerations for initiating statin therapy in HIV patients amidst increased ASCD risk and polypharmacy challenges.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Potential Benefits of Pitavastatin in HIV Patients from REPRIEVE Trial Sub-Study
01:33 • 12min
Exploring the Effects of Statin Therapy on Plaque Composition in Coronary Artery Disease
13:34 • 3min
Exploring Perivascular Inflammation and Immune Response in Coronary Artery Disease
16:07 • 2min
Exploring the Impact of Statin Therapy on Coronary Artery Disease in HIV Patients
18:08 • 3min