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ReviewJournal of cellular and molecular medicine2026

Lipoprotein(a), Endothelial Dysfunction and Cardiovascular Disease.

Xianghui Zhou, Xiyuan Fang, Xin Zhou, Zhao Zhang, Yu Hu, Zhipeng Cheng

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Review in Journal of cellular and molecular medicine, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

6 authors.

Xianghui ZhouDepartment of Hematology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6153-7045
Xiyuan FangDepartment of Hematology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China.
Xin ZhouDepartment of Stomatology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China.
Zhao ZhangDepartment of Hematology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0008-2952-1789
Yu HuDepartment of Hematology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2815-4568
Zhipeng ChengDepartment of Hematology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China.

Funding

National Key Research and Development Program of China 2023YFC2509500National Natural Science Foundation of China 82001026National Natural Science Foundation of China 82470135National Natural Science Foundation of China 82500179Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Province 2026AFB279
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Lipoprotein(a) (Lp(a)) is a particle similar to low-density lipoprotein cholesterol and is associated with apolipoprotein (A). High Lp(a) levels are a genetic, independent risk factor for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD). Endothelial cells, which form the continuous lining of the cardiovascular system, are crucial for vascular function and represent the primary target of Lp(a)-mediated injury. Lp(a) penetrates the endothelial barrier and undergoes oxidative modification, triggering endothelial dysfunction, which is characterized by inflammation, oxidative stress and impaired nitric oxide bioavailability. These disruptions promote monocyte recruitment, foam cell formation and atherosclerosis development. Currently, various drugs that can reduce Lp(a) levels are also involved in regulating endothelial cell function, ultimately reducing the risk of ASCVD. However, the molecular mechanisms underlying Lp(a)-mediated endothelial injury and the extent to which Lp(a) lowering improves endothelial function remain incompletely defined. Clarifying these issues may inform cardiovascular risk stratification and the clinical development of Lp(a)-targeted therapies. This review seeks to consolidate the understanding of the link between Lp(a) levels and endothelial dysfunction, highlighting its pivotal role in cardiovascular disease progression.

Indexed as

Cardiovascular DiseasesEndothelial CellsEndothelium, VascularLipoprotein(a)AnimalsAtherosclerosisHumansOxidative StressLipoprotein(a)cardiovascular diseaseendothelial cellslipoprotein(a)

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PMID42989985
PMCPMC13740964

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