Substantial progress in the treatment of atherosclerotic complications – in particular in secondary prevention – has led to a significant reduction of recurrent cardiovascular events. This has been through the use of pharmacological strategies including lipid-lowering drugs such as statins, beta-blockers, angiotensin-converting ensyme inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers, along with the introduction of early percutaneous coronary intervention in acute coronary syndrome with consecutive application of dual antiplatelet therapy.
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Everything in Moderation: Investigating the U-Shaped Link Between HDL Cholesterol and Adverse Outcomes
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US Cardiology Review 2019;13(1):49–53
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Novel Pharmacologic Treatments for Cardiovascular Disease: A Practical Update
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US Cardiology Review 2017;11(2):98–104.
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Dyslipidemia: Current Therapies and Guidelines for Treatment
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US Cardiology Review 2017;11(1):10–5
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Proprotein Convertase Subtilisin/Kexin 9 (PCSK9) Inhibition in Patients With or at High Risk of Coronary Heart Disease
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US Cardiology Review 2017;11(1):16–7
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