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Review
. 2007 Mar;38(3):1104-9.
doi: 10.1161/01.STR.0000258347.19449.0f. Epub 2007 Jan 25.

High-density lipoprotein cholesterol: an emerging target for stroke treatment

Nerses Sanossian  1 , Jeffrey L Saver, Mohamad Navab, Bruce Ovbiagele
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Review

High-density lipoprotein cholesterol: an emerging target for stroke treatment

Nerses Sanossian et al. Stroke. 2007 Mar.

Abstract

Background and purpose: This review characterizes the current state of knowledge of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) in relation to stroke.

Summary of review: HDL has anti-atherosclerotic and anti-inflammatory properties and is an important component in atherosclerosis. Serum HDL-cholesterol levels are inversely related to heart disease and stroke risk. There are various established and experimental treatments which can raise serum HDL cholesterol and improve its function.

Conclusions: HDL is an emerging target for atherosclerotic stroke treatment with the potential to dramatically impact the care of stroke patients.

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