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Indian Journal of Surgical Nursing 3(1):p 5-9, January - April 2014. | DOI:
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Hyperlipidemia: Primary Prevention Measures to Lower the Risk of Cardiovascular Disease
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Hyperlipidemia is a heterogenous group of disorders characterized by an excess of lipids in the blood stream. Hyperlipidemia is a risk factor for coronary disease and platelet reactivity is increased with high cholesterol levels in blood suggesting a prethrombotic risk. It is recognized as a risk factor for ischemic heart disease and coronary mortality. The World Health Organization estimates that almost 20% of all strokes and over 50% of all heart attacks can be linked to high cholesterol. Lowering blood cholesterol levels reduces coronary event among individuals with or without coronary artery disease. This article focuses on primary prevention strategies that when observed can maintain blood cholesterol levels thereby decreasing the risk of cardiovascular diseases. The positive aspect in managing this condition is that it can be entirely controlled with strict adherence to lifestyle modification. It is highly important for every individual to adhere to these preventive aspects to cut the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Keywords: Hyperlipidemia; Cardiovascular disease; Cholesterol.
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