Evidence suggests that lower Lp(a) levels are a consequence of hepatic dysfunction rather than protective against cardiovascular disease, and recognition of this paradox may improve risk stratification and interpretation of Lp(a) in patients with MASLD.
This review examines the role of elevated Lp(a) in premature cardiovascular events, including premature myocardial infarction, stroke, and peripheral arterial disease, and highlights the importance Lp(a) testing may play in secondary prevention, focusing on cascade screening for elevated Lp(a) in relatives of affected...
M. Safarova, Laurence S. Sperling, Anurag Mehta et al.· European Journal of Preventi...· 0 citations
Observational research and post-hoc analyses suggest that aspirin use may be associated with lower ASCVD risk among individuals with elevated Lp(a), supporting an individualized, shared decision-making approach that considers bleeding risk, overall cardiovascular risk profile, and additional markers of cardiovascular r...
Jeffery Osei, Josiah Bennett, Om Raval et al.· Current Treatment Options in...· 0 citations
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