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Enfermedad cardiovascular y Lipoproteína (a)


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Title:
Enfermedad cardiovascular y Lipoproteína (a)
Authors:
Pacheco Vinaroz, Mireia
Tutor:
Arrarte Esteban, Vicente Ignacio
Editor:
Universidad Miguel Hernández
Department:
Departamentos de la UMH::Medicina Clínica
Issue Date:
2024-05-11
URI:
https://hdl.handle.net/11000/33867
Abstract:
Introducción. La Lp(a) es una molécula lipídica similar a la LDL. Los niveles elevados de esta se asocian con un mayor riesgo de enfermedad cardiovascular. Se encuentra elevada en el 20-25% de la población, por lo que nuestro objetivo principal es investigar si la Lp(a) puede ser en la práctica clí...  Ver más
Introduction. Lp(a) is a lipid molecule similar to LDL. Elevated levels of it are associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular disease. It is elevated in 20-25% of the population, so our main objective is to investigate whether Lp(a) can be a therapeutic target in clinical practice for reducing cardiovascular risk. Materials and methods. We conducted a literature review on PubMed, using the descriptors subsequently referred to consulting publications from the last 10 years published in English and Spanish, and focusing on the type of articles referred to selecting a total of 15 articles. Results. The reviewed studies demonstrate a statistically significant relationship between elevated levels of Lp(a) and the development of severe cardiovascular events. Traditional treatments such as fibrates have not shown changes in Lp(a) values. However, we have different treatments under investigation that could change the management of the applicability of measuring Lp(a) levels in clinical practice. Discussion. Different studies show that Lp(a) levels greater than 50 mg/dL can considerably increase the risk of developing cardiovascular disease. Additionally, elevated levels of Lp(a) can add to the baseline risk of cardiovascular disease derived from other risk factors. Although some treatments have shown some efficacy in reducing Lp(a) levels, they present applicability issues. However, we have new drugs under investigation such as PCSK9 inhibitors or targeted molecular therapies. Guidelines suggest considering measuring Lp(a) levels in patients with family or personal history of cardiovascular disease. Although we do not have therapies of choice, measurement can be useful for identifying patients at higher cardiovascular risk. Conclusions. Lp(a) presents evidence of its involvement in the development of cardiovascular diseases. Lp(a) levels have been measured in reviewed studies, so we must consider their applicability. Although we do not have therapies focused on managing Lp(a) levels, they are currently under development and investigation, so evidence of decreasing Lp(a) levels could change clinical management.
Keywords/Subjects:
Lipoproteína(a)
trombogenicidad
enfermedad cardiovascular aterosclerótica
riesgo cardiovascular
eventos cardiovasculares graves
infarto agudo de miocardio
accidente cerebrovascular
inhibidores PCSK9
terapias dirigidas
Knowledge area:
CDU: Ciencias aplicadas: Medicina
Type of document:
info:eu-repo/semantics/bachelorThesis
Access rights:
info:eu-repo/semantics/openAccess
Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 Internacional
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