Several
epidemiological studies have clearly shown the existence of a tight correlation
between lipid levels in blood and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (CVD).
The term hyperlipidemia refers to increased levels of lipids in the blood,
including cholesterol and triglycerides.
The main issue related to
hyperlipidemia is that this condition does not cause symptoms, but it can
silently and significantly increase the risk of developing CVD. The deposition
of lipids is progressive and occurs in the arterial wall of almost all vascular
district, such as vessels supplying the heart (coronary artery disease), brain
(cerebrovascular disease), and limbs (peripheral vascular disease). Read More>>>>
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