Cardiovascular Disease in Patients with Familial Hypercholesterolemia
A special issue of Journal of Cardiovascular Development and Disease (ISSN 2308-3425). This special issue belongs to the section "Epidemiology, Lifestyle, and Cardiovascular Health".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2025 | Viewed by 962
Special Issue Editors
Interests: familial hypercholesterolemia and other genetic disease concerning lipid metabolism; postprandial lipemia; longevity syndrome
Interests: dyslipidemia; diabetes; obesity; hypertension as well as acid-base and electrolyte abnormalities
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) is one of the most common genetic disorders, affecting millions of people worldwide, and is characterized by markedly elevated levels of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C). Left untreated, FH dramatically increases the risk of premature cardiovascular disease (CVD), including heart attacks, strokes, and other atherosclerotic events. This inherited condition leads to accelerated atherosclerosis, a process in which fatty deposits build up in arteries, increasing the likelihood of serious cardiovascular complications early in life. Given the significant burden FH places on global health, a deeper understanding of its genetic causes, early diagnosis, and effective treatment strategies is urgently needed.
This Special Issue on “Cardiovascular Disease in Patients with Familial Hypercholesterolemia” will gather research that addresses the multifaceted challenges posed by FH, from genetic and molecular mechanisms to clinical management and emerging therapies. We invite contributions that explore the latest advancements in diagnostic approaches, risk assessment, therapeutic interventions—including pharmacological and lifestyle treatments—as well as long-term outcomes in FH patients. By fostering dialogue and collaboration within the medical and research communities, this special issue aims to contribute to more effective prevention and treatment strategies for cardiovascular disease in this high-risk population.
We look forward to your valuable contributions to this Special Issue.
Dr. Genovefa D. Kolovou
Prof. Dr. Evangelos Liberopoulos
Prof. Dr. Haralampos J. Milionis
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- familial hypercholesterolemia
- atherosclerosis
- LDL cholesterol
- genetic mutations
- lipid-lowering therapies
- premature heart disease
- risk assessment
- early diagnosis
- pharmacological treatment
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