ReviewCurrent cardiology reports2024
Updates on Non-Statin LDL-Lowering Therapy.
Review in Current cardiology reports, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.
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Who cites it
2 citing papers in PubMed, 2 citations in OpenAlex.
- A Comparison of Dry Bean and Pea Consumption on Serum Cholesterol: A Randomized Controlled Trial in Adults with Mild Hypercholesterolemia.The Journal of nutrition · 2024Trial
- Are We Using Ezetimibe As Much As We Should?Biomarker insights · 2024Review
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Authors and funding
6 authors at 1 institution in 1 country.
Funding
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Abstract
purpose of reviewThere is ample evidence of the benefits and safety of low-density lipoprotein (LDL)-lowering therapies in the prevention of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. While statins remain the first-line agent for LDL reduction, several new therapies are now available. This narrative review provides an overview of currently available non-statin LDL-lowering agents, specifically mechanisms of action and data on efficacy and safety. It also discusses recommendations on their use in clinical practice. RECENT
findingsEzetimibe, PCSK9 inhibitors, and bempedoic acid have proven safe and efficacious in reducing cardiovascular events in large randomized controlled trials. Inclisiran is a promising agent that suppresses PCSK9 mRNA translation and is currently under investigation in a large clinical outcomes randomized controlled trial assessing its effect on clinical outcomes. Expert consensus advocates for lower LDL targets in higher risk patients and escalation to or a combination of non-statin therapies as needed to achieve these goals.
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