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AHA: Predictors for Meeting LDL-C, SBP Goals ID’d in ISCHEMIA

posted November 18th
by modernClinician Editorial Team

Predictors of attaining low-density lipoprotein cholesterol and systolic blood pressure goals have been identified, according to a study published online Nov. 13 in Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes. The research was published to coincide with a presentation of results from the ISCHEMIA study at the American Heart Association, held from Nov. 16 to 18 in Philadelphia.

AHA: Many With Atherosclerotic CVD Not Meeting LDL-C Goals

posted November 15th
by modernClinician Editorial Team

A high proportion of patients with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease do not achieve recommended low-density lipoprotein cholesterol goals, according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the American Heart Association, held from Nov. 16 to 18 in Philadelphia.

Longer Duration of Statin Use Linked to Lower Risk for Glaucoma

posted May 9th
by modernClinician Editorial Team

Statin use may lower the risk for primary open-angle glaucoma, according to a study published online May 2 in JAMA Ophthalmology.

Achievement of Targets in T2DM Varies by Season

posted February 27th
by modernClinician Editorial Team

There is seasonal variation in achievement of the guideline targets for hemoglobin A1c, blood pressure, and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol among persons with type 2 diabetes mellitus, according to a study published online Feb. 22 in Diabetes Care.