Diagnostic accuracy of peripheral ultrasound in familial hypercholesterolemia: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
BACKGROUND Familial hypercholesterolemia is characterized by lifelong exposure to high cholesterol levels and premature atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Unequivocal atherosclerosis on imaging reclassifies patients from high to very high risk. OBJECTIVE The aim of this systematic review is to evaluate the diagn...