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Approach to identifying and managing atherogenic dyslipidemia

A metabolic consequence of obesity and diabetes

N. John Bosomworth
Canadian Family Physician November 2013, 59 (11) 1169-1180;
N. John Bosomworth
Honorary lecturer in the Department of Family Practice at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, BC.
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Abstract

Objective To review the evidence for recognition and management of atherogenic dyslipidemia.

Sources of information High-quality randomized trials and meta-analyses were available to address most questions. North American and European guidelines were reviewed. Of these, the Canadian Cardiovascular Society lipid guidelines were most congruent with current literature.

Main message Atherogenic dyslipidemia is characterized by low levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL), high levels of triglycerides, and a high low-density lipoprotein (LDL) particle number. The condition is highly associated with cardiovascular disease (CVD) and is poorly reflected in Framingham risk score and LDL measurements. Obesity, glucose intolerance, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome are rapidly becoming more common, and are often associated with atherogenic dyslipidemia, affecting long-term CVD risk. Recognition in the office is best achieved by non-HDL or total cholesterol–HDL ratio testing. Treatment success lies in optimizing diet and exercise. Of available medications, statins produce the most benefit and can be titrated to patient tolerance rather than to LDL target levels, which have a poor evidence base. The addition of fenofibrate can be considered in patients with high triglyceride and low HDL levels who have responded poorly to or have not tolerated statins.

Conclusion Growing obesity prevalence creates a CVD risk that might be missed by LDL cholesterol testing alone. Simple calculations from results of a non-fasting lipid panel produce non-HDL levels and total cholesterol–HDL ratio, both of which are superior for predicting risk in all patients. These metrics should be available in lipid panels.

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