Early Prevention of Atherosclerosis: Detection and Management of Hypercholesterolaemia in Children and Adolescents

Early Prevention of Atherosclerosis: Detection and Management of Hypercholesterolaemia in Children and Adolescents

Coronary heart disease (CHD) is the main cause of death and morbidity in the world. There is a strong evidence that the atherosclerotic process begins in childhood and that hypercholesterolaemia is a CHD major risk factor. Hypercholesterolaemia is a modifiable CHD risk factor and there is a tracking...

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Main Authors: Cristina Pederiva, Maria Elena Capra, Claudia Viggiano, Valentina Rovelli, Giuseppe Banderali, Giacomo Biasucci
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-04-01
Series:Life
Subjects:
hypercholesterolaemia
children
adolescents
early detection
CHD prevention
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-1729/11/4/345

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