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Unraveling the Mysteries of Lipoprotein(a): Insights on Aspirin Use, Heart Attack Risks, and Diet
Nov 14, 2023
Dr. Kahn discusses the risks of aspirin use for high Lp(a) levels and the heightened risk post-heart attack. He also talks about heart stents, urinary albumin, and the Portfolio Diet. Chapters cover alternative treatments for stents, Lp(a) and aspirin therapy, and a cautionary tale on chelation therapy.
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- Daily aspirin may not be beneficial for individuals with inherited high Lp(a) levels.
- Monitoring microalbumin-creatinine ratio is crucial for assessing heart disease risk in type 2 diabetes patients.
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Overuse of Coronary Stents
A report highlighted by a business site revealed that one in five coronary stents implanted by cardiologists are unnecessary, leading to wasted $800 million annually. The analysis identified high rates of overuse at various hospitals, such as Northwest Texas Hospital with a shockingly high 52% overuse rate.
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