Systemic mastocytosis associates with cardiovascular events despite lower plasma lipid levels.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.atherosclerosis.2017.11.030
Abstract: BACKGROUND AND AIMS Mast cells have been implicated in the development and progression of atherosclerosis in animal models and human autopsy studies. However, it is unknown whether long-term exposure to excess of mast cells is… read more here.
Keywords: prevalence; systemic mastocytosis; cvd; despite lower ... See more keywords
Statins redux: A re-assessment of how statins lower plasma cholesterol
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DOI: 10.4239/wjd.v8.i6.230
Abstract: Obesity associated dyslipidemia and its negative effects on the heart and blood vessels have emerged as a major healthcare challenge around the globe. The use of statins, potent inhibitors of hydroxyl-methyl glutaryl (HMG) Co-A reductase,… read more here.
Keywords: plasma cholesterol; statins lower; cholesterol; treated mice ... See more keywords