Year: 2012
Type: dissertation
Abstract: The process of atherosclerosis can begin in children and therefore childhood should be the time to start primary prevention. Selectively screening children for hypercholesterolemia, based on family history and other risk factors, is currently recommended. Studies were analyzed to investigate the current screening recommendations and treatment options for children at risk. A brief review of coronary heart disease (CHD) and risk factors is presented. Family history is not always a reliable tool for screening children for CHD. Diet restrictions are the first line of treatment for high cholesterol. Physical activity and lifestyle change are helpful in reducing blood cholesterol. Medication should be used in high risk children when other interventions fail.
Author: Jolie E. Ewart
Language: English
Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W2228865703