Remnant cholesterol, found in triglyceride-rich lipoproteins, is a key factor in atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD). Dr. Børge G. Nordestgaard discussed its role as an independent risk factor for ASCVD and emerging therapies targeting residual cardiovascular risk beyond LDL cholesterol reduction. With a focus on the evolving understanding of remnant cholesterol and triglyceride-rich lipoproteins (TRLs), Dr. […]
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Annual Cardiology Consultation Impact on Mortality in Heart Failure Patients
A recent study revealed that heart failure patients who do not see a cardiologist annually face a higher risk of mortality. The one-year all-cause mortality rate varied among different patient groups, with those who had no cardiology consultation or less frequent visits showing significantly higher mortality risks. Surprisingly, 40 percent of patients did not have […]