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ReviewKorean circulation journal2025

Diagnosis and Management of Statin-Associated Muscle Symptoms.

Jung-Joon Cha, Soon Jun Hong

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Review in Korean circulation journal, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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1 · What the graph read from it

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

1 citing paper in PubMed.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

2 authors.

Jung-Joon ChaDepartment of Cardiology, Cardiovascular Center, Korea University Anam Hospital, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8299-1877
Soon Jun HongDepartment of Cardiology, Cardiovascular Center, Korea University Anam Hospital, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea. psyche94@gmail.com.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4832-6678

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Statin-associated muscle symptoms (SAMS) are a common clinical challenge that often lead to poor adherence or discontinuation of statin therapy, thereby undermining its well-established cardiovascular benefits. This review explores the current understanding of the epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, and diagnostic considerations of SAMS, with a particular focus on distinguishing true statin intolerance from nonspecific muscle complaints. We discuss evidence-based management strategies, including statin dose adjustment, rechallenge protocols, and the application of alternative lipid-lowering therapies such as ezetimibe, PCSK9 inhibitors, and bempedoic acid. Recent clinical trials support the efficacy and tolerability of combination therapy with moderate-intensity statins and ezetimibe, particularly in high-risk patients. A pragmatic, patient-centered approach is crucial for maintaining lipid-lowering therapy, minimizing adverse effects, and effectively reducing cardiovascular risk.

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Combination strategyLipid-lowering therapySAMS-CIStatin-associated muscle symptomsStatin intolerance

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PMID41044735
PMCPMC12614426

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