Pediatric Familial Hypercholesterolaemia

Authors :: Abrantes, L.B.
Alves, A.C.
Medeiros, A.M.
Correia, S.
Cruz, A.
Ferreira, A.C.
Lobarinhas, G.
Garcia, P.
Guerra, A.
Mansilha, H.
Martins, E.
Martins, P.
Salgado, J.M.
Bourbon, M.
on behalf of investigators of Portuguese FH Stud
Publication Year :: 2019
Abstract: Familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) is an autosomal dominant disorder associated with high levels of LDL-c and premature CHD (pCHD). Identification of FH in pediatric age is essential for a timely diagnosis and management. This study aims to highlight the importance of FH diagnosis in children. Abrantes LB. grants PTDC/SAU-SER/29180/2017 N/A