background periodontitis is a local chronic inflammatory condition of the supporting structures of the teeth resulting from a dental plaque biofilm attached to teeth surfaces. recent studies have indicated that this oral disease may have effects on systemic health. objectives the aim of the present study was to evaluate the association between periodontitis and hyperlipidemia. patients and meth...

Cyclosporin A (CsA) is an immunosuppressant drug widely used in organ transplant recipients and patients with auto-immune disorders. Long-term treatment with CsA is associated with hyperlipidemia and an increased risk of atherosclerosis. The mechanisms by which cyclosporin A causes hyperlipidemia are unclear. Cell and animal studies have pointed to various mechanisms that may mediate CsA-induce...

Omega-3 from fish is commonly recommended for the control of hyperlipidemia, however, there are few studies in dogs proving its efficacy, and no have compared doses omega-3 patients with severe hyperlipidemia.