Role of Lipoprotein Apheresis in Cardiovascular Disease Risk Reduction Journal Articles uri icon

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abstract

  • <b><i>Background and Aim:</i></b> Elevated low-density lipoprotein cholesterol and/or lipoprotein(a) are established risk factors for cardiovascular disease (CVD). Management of hypercholesterolemia consists of drug therapies, including statins and proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 9 inhibitors. In patients with familial hypercholesterolemia (FH), lipoprotein apheresis (LA) is utilized to control lipid levels. However, LA is not currently a standard therapy for non-FH. This review summarizes the literature regarding LA therapy in CVD prevention. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> PubMed/MEDLINE databases were searched using the keywords “LA” and “CVD”. Citations were individually reviewed for relevance. <b><i>Results:</i></b> The efficacy of LA was clearly demonstrated, largely based on evidence from observational studies. In patients who are unresponsive to traditional lipid-lowering medications, LA effectively reduced serum lipoprotein levels and adverse cardiovascular events. <b><i>Conclusion:</i></b> It was concluded that LA is a safe and effective technique that could be considered in the management of hypercholesterolemia and future risk. Randomized control trials would further support a role for LA as a therapeutic option.

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  • 2019