**New Guidelines for Managing Dyslipidemia** The American College of Cardiology (ACC), the American Heart Association (AHA), and nine other leading medical organizations have issued new guidelines for the management of dyslipidemia.
**New Guidelines for Managing Dyslipidemia**The American College of Cardiology (ACC), the American Heart Association (AHA), and nine other leading medical organizations have issued new guidelines for the management of dyslipidemia. These guidelines aim to improve the prevention and treatment of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) by focusing on earlier cholesterol screening and treatment.
Dyslipidemia is characterized by abnormal levels of various lipids and lipoproteins in the blood, including cholesterol and triglycerides. The new guidelines replace the 2018 AHA/ACC Guidelines on the Management of Blood Cholesterol and emphasize the importance of considering multiple lipid parameters when assessing cardiovascular risk.
According to Dr. Roger Blumenthal, chair of the guideline writing committee, "We know that 80% or more of cardiovascular disease is preventable, and elevated LDL cholesterol is a major part of that risk." The guidelines recommend considering lipid-lowering medication earlier than previously recommended if lifestyle modifications do not result in desirable lipid levels.
A Comprehensive Approach to Assessing and Treating Lipids
About 1 in 4 U.S. adults has high levels of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), which can increase the risk of heart attack or stroke. The updated guidelines provide a "one-stop shop" for assessing and treating various blood lipids, offering comprehensive guidance on how to effectively lower a person's risk of developing ASCVD.
ASCVD results from the buildup of fatty deposits in the arteries and is a leading cause of death globally. By following these new guidelines, healthcare providers can help patients reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease and improve overall health.
"These guidelines reinforce what we already know – the longer your LDL is higher, the greater your risk of atherosclerotic heart disease," said Dr. Karishma Patwa, a board-certified cardiologist.
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