Statins in Critical Care
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Statins (3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase inhibitors) are the most commonly used drugs for hyperlipidemia and for reduction in the risk of incidence of cardiovascular and stroke events .Recent data suggest that their effects go well beyond lipid lowering seen with long term use and may include acute inflammatory activity, anticoagulation, immunomodulation and promotion of changes in smooth muscle tone.
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