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Abstract 4112869: Development of a Sitosterolemia Risk Prediction Scale (SRPS): A Screening Tool

Circulation

Circulation, Volume 150, Issue Suppl_1 , Page A4112869-A4112869, November 12, 2024. Introduction:Sitosterolemia, a hereditary disorder marked by elevated plant sterol levels, presents diagnostic challenges due to its similarity to other lipid disorders.

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Abstract 4145926: The Importance of Dietary Salt in the Process of Atherosclerosis The Results of the International Survey

Circulation

Circulation, Volume 150, Issue Suppl_1 , Page A4145926-A4145926, November 12, 2024. Introduction:Excessive dietary salt intake is a recognized ASCVD risk factor, and causes approximately 1.89 There is also an ongoing discussion whether dietary salt might be associated with the direct ASCVD risk. million deaths annually.

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FDA Approves Wegovy for Cardiovascular Risk Reduction in Adults with Known Heart Disease and Overweight or Obesity

DAIC

adults live with obesity, 4 one of the leading risk factors contributing to heart disease and stroke. director of the Division of Diabetes, Lipid Disorders, and Obesity in the FDA’s Center for Drug Evaluation and Research , in a statement issued by the FDA. Circulation , vol. 10,11 In the U.S., 21, 25 May 2021.

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