High levels of lipoprotein(a) - assessment and treatment

Tidsskr Nor Laegeforen. 2022 Dec 16;142(1). doi: 10.4045/tidsskr.21.0800. Print 2023 Jan 17.
[Article in English, Norwegian]

Abstract

Approximately 5 % of the population have highly elevated levels of lipoprotein(a) (Lp(a)), which is a genetically determined risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Measuring lipoprotein(a) can improve cardiovascular risk stratification and have consequences for preventive measures. Treatment is targeted at reducing modifiable cardiovascular risk factors, but Lp(a)-lowering drugs are being trialled. This article reviews the management of lipoprotein(a) in clinical practice.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Cardiovascular Diseases* / drug therapy
  • Cardiovascular Diseases* / etiology
  • Cardiovascular Diseases* / prevention & control
  • Humans
  • Lipoprotein(a)* / blood
  • Risk Factors

Substances

  • Lipoprotein(a)