Hypercholesterolemia
📋Overview
Hypercholesterolemia is a medical condition characterized by elevated levels of cholesterol in the blood. It is commonly referred to as high cholesterol. The term encompasses various forms, including inherited and acquired types. Elevated cholesterol is a major risk factor for cardiovascular diseases such as coronary artery disease and stroke. Modern clinical focus is on managing low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) as a key target.
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