EBOOK Dyslipidemia

Dyslipidemia affects almost half of American adults and is the most prevalent        manageable risk factor for atherosclerosis. Lipid disorders often co-occur with        other prevalent conditions such as diabetes and kidney disease; they are also often        a concern with certain medication regimens (such as anti-retroviral and certain        anti-psychotic agents). Proper treatment of dyslipidemia can reduce the risk of        peripheral arterial disease, revascularization procedures, nonfatal myocardial        infarction, stroke, and cardiac death. However, only 20% of adults meet the national        guidelines for cholesterol control.As part of the Oxford American Cardiology        Library, this practical handbook is designed to serve as a concise yet authoritative        resource on diagnosing and treating dyslipidemia. The book is tailored to the needs        of busy health care professionals treating patients in various clinical settings,        and focuses on presenting essential information to clinicians who are at the        forefront of the diagnosis and management of dyslipidemia. Featuring evidence-based,        concise yet comprehensive discussion of key clinical concepts in addition to        numerous figures, tables and illustrations, this pocket-sized handbook will serve as        an invaluable guide to healthcare professionals.