Statin use for cardiovascular disease prevention: perceptions among people living with HIV in the United States

Statin use for cardiovascular disease prevention: perceptions among people living with HIV in the United States

Abstract Background People living with HIV (PLWH) may be at heightened risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD). Statin use and lifestyle changes reduce the risk of CVD but remain under-prescribed among PLWH. The objective of this study was to characterize knowledge of CVD and statin use, current usage...

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Main Authors: Adedotun Ogunbajo, Ivy Todd, Deborah Zajdman, Abraelle Anderson, Soma Wali, Allison Diamant, Joseph A. Ladapo, Allison J. Ober
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-04-01
Series:BMC Primary Care
Subjects:
Cardiovascular disease
Statin therapy
People living with HIV
Social determinants of health
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12875-024-02370-z

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12875-024-02370-z

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