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Review
. 2022 Dec 16;142(1).
doi: 10.4045/tidsskr.21.0800. Print 2023 Jan 17.

High levels of lipoprotein(a) - assessment and treatment

[Article in English, Norwegian]
Tone Svilaas  1 , Tor Ole Klemsdal  2 , Martin Prøven Bogsrud  3 , Asgeir Græsdal  4 , Elisabeth Kleivhaug Vesterbekkmo  5 , Emil Andreas Asprusten  6 , Gisle Langslet  7 , Kjetil Retterstøl  8
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High levels of lipoprotein(a) - assessment and treatment

[Article in English, Norwegian]
Tone Svilaas et al. Tidsskr Nor Laegeforen. .
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Abstract

Approximately 5 % of the population have highly elevated levels of lipoprotein(a) (Lp(a)), which is a genetically determined risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Measuring lipoprotein(a) can improve cardiovascular risk stratification and have consequences for preventive measures. Treatment is targeted at reducing modifiable cardiovascular risk factors, but Lp(a)-lowering drugs are being trialled. This article reviews the management of lipoprotein(a) in clinical practice.

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