Under Cardiovascular Disease section from AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF CLINICAL ENDOCRINOLOGISTS AND AMERICAN COLLEGE OF ENDOCRINOLOGY published on April 2017. Epidemiologic data suggest that hypercholesterolemia and coronary atherosclerosis are the risk factors for ischemic cerebrovascular events. Thus, American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists along with American College of Endocrinology mandated the development of guidelines for diagnosis and treatment of dyslipidemia and prevention of cardiovascular diseases. What Is This Guideline About?
The current guideline is a practical tool for healthcare professionals, health-related organizations, and regulatory bodies to reduce the risks and consequences of dyslipidemia. It provides recommendations on screening, risk assessment, and treatment for various lipid disorders. The guideline includes: An overview of the screening, risk…
