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March 29th 2024
An analysis of the CLEAR Outcomes trial suggests bempedoic acid was well-tolerated in Hispanic/Latinx and non-Hispanic/Latinx individuals with statin intolerance.
Surprising Findings in Genetic Analysis of Familial Hypercholesterolemia Patients
A large genetic analysis showed that the incidence of a single genetic mutation in familial hypercholesterolemia patients is smaller than thought--but that those who do have the mutation face a far higher risk of heart disease.
Racial Disparities in Cardiovascular Events from Rheumatoid Arthritis
February 5th 2016Connective tissue disease (CTD) groups together various disorders, such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. A new study from the University of Chicago found that complications from these diseases are more prominent based on race.
Leptin: 20 Years of Research on Metabolic Health
November 17th 2015Leptin (an adipocyte-secreted hormone) has been an object of observation since 1994. Its levels in the body are roughly proportional to an individual's amount of adipose tissue. It seems to regulate energy homeostasis, decrease energy intake, and increase energy expenditure. From its discovery, researchers hoped that its manipulation could be useful clinically.
Heart Failure, Diabetes, and Medication: An Interesting Triad
September 9th 2015A study published in Metabolic Syndrome and Related Disorders indicates that sodium glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors (SGLT2 inhibitors, which affect both supply and demand pathways in the heart) may be the preferred treatment for diabetics with heart failure.