Lipoprotein ( A ) as a cause of statin - resistance : how to treat it ? – Case report
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Lipoprotein (Lp(a)) is considered a cardiovascular risk factor, and nicotinic acid is the only available drug for reducing its levels. The authors present the case of a 44-year-old male patient with hypercholesterolemia that responded poorly to statin therapy. After identifying high Lp(a) levels, combined therapy with nicotinic acid was initiated, resulting in normalization of LDL-cholesterol levels. The authors also carried out a theoretical review of Lp(a) and nicotinic acid.
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