Myocardial Infarction Causes, Diagnosis, Management, and Prevention of Heart Attacks Introduction Myocardial infarction (MI), commonly known as a heart attack, is a life-threatening condition that occurs when the blood supply to a part of the heart muscle is severely reduced or completely […]
Statins Mechanism, Clinical Applications, and Public Health Significance Introduction Statins are a class of lipid-lowering medications widely used to prevent and treat cardiovascular diseases, especially atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease (CAD). They work primarily by inhibiting the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase, a key […]
Lipid Management Strategies for Cardiovascular Risk Reduction Introduction Lipid management refers to the monitoring and treatment of blood lipids—primarily cholesterol and triglycerides—to reduce the risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD). Dyslipidemia, characterized by elevated low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), low high-density lipoprotein cholesterol […]
Lipid Profile A Vital Tool for Cardiovascular Risk Assessment and Management Introduction A lipid profile is a routine blood test that measures the levels of specific lipids or fats in the bloodstream. It is a critical diagnostic tool in evaluating an individual’s […]