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What specific LDL-C target should be aimed for in a 58-year-old patient with hypertension and hyperlipidemia?

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: For a patient with hyperlipidemia and hypertension, clinical guidelines suggest targeting an LDL-C level of <1.4 mmol/L (<55 mg/dL) due to the additional cardiovascular risk posed by hypertension. This target aids in effectively reducing cardiovascular risk.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.24009247

Author: Tripdatabase

Language: English

Topic: Lipoproteins and Cardiovascular Health

Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7225419689

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