Familial combined hyperlipidemia (FCH) is a hereditary metabolic disorder characterized by elevated levels of total cholesterol, triglycerides, low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, and decreased levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol. FCH is one of the most common hereditary lipid disorders. In addition, this disease is associated with an increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease, including atherosclerosis and coronary heart disease. Despite its prevalence and potential health consequences, FCH is often underdiagnosed and undertreated, making it a topic of ongoing research to understand its underlying genetic and metabolic mechanisms better and develop effective treatment strategies. This activity reviews the etiology, pathophysiology, evaluation, and management of familial combined hyperlipidemia. It also examines the role of the interprofessional team in improving care for patients with this condition.
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- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/148894
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: IPCE Credits: 1.0 hours
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.0 hours
Nursing: 1.0 hours
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- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
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- Specialty: Adolescent Medicine, Adult Cardiac, Cardiothoracic, Cardiovascular, Cardiovascular Disease, Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Hospital Medicine, Internal Medicine, Molecular Genetic Pathology, Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Neurology