Inhibition of Microsomal Triglyceride Transfer Protein in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Inhibition of Microsomal Triglyceride Transfer Protein in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
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Boston, MA: Massachusetts Medical Society
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English
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Boston, MA: Massachusetts Medical Society
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Homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia is a serious disorder resulting in early-onset vascular disease. This preliminary study explored a new therapy, an inhibitor of microsomal triglyceride transfer protein, which was very effective in lowering low-density lipoprotein cholesterol levels. Practical application of this therapy may be limited, howe...
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Inhibition of Microsomal Triglyceride Transfer Protein in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
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TN_cdi_proquest_journals_223925451
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https://devfeature-collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/TN_cdi_proquest_journals_223925451
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0028-4793
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1533-4406
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10.1056/NEJMoa061189
