Familial Hypercholesterolemia, and Elevated Triglycerides: Lipid Management in Clinical Practice

September 14, 2022
Guest: Susan Halli Demeter, DNP, CNP, NP

Lipid Management in Clinical Practice

Familial Hypercholesterolemia (FH), the genetic condition that causes high LDL cholesterol levels, may lead to early heart attacks or heart disease if undiagnosed or untreated. Guest Susan Halli Demeter, DNP, CNP, NP, of the Mayo Clinic, describes the diagnosis, heterozygous and homozygous versions of FH, treatments, and the importance of genetic screening for family members.

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